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Zakopane in July
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.4 in (137 mm) falling in Zakopane, alongside highs near 70°F (21°C) and lows of 53°F (12°C).
It scores 77/100 for comfort, 3rd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 5.4 in (137 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 70°F (21°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 53°F (12°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.4 in (137 mm) across the month.
With about 15 h 38 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around July
July is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (August).
- First warm month: highs reach 70°F, up from 66°F in June.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Comfort holds steady from June (77 → 77/100).
- July sits inside the May – Sep window our Kraków & the Tatras route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes70°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.4 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Zakopane in July
With 5.4 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Góralski Browar
Brewery restaurant on Krupówki pouring its own beers.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.4 in of rain.
Karczma Zapiecek
Wooden highlander inn serving Podhale dishes, with live folk band most evenings.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Gazdowo Kuźnia
Timber-walled inn at the top of Krupówki for pierogi and grilled meats.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter July days.
Gubałówka
Funicular to a ridge with a full panorama of the Tatras.
Kasprowy Wierch Cable Car
Cable car to 1,987 m on the Polish-Slovak border ridge.
Nearby in July
- Wieliczka in July~48 mi · highs 78°F, 4.2 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
- Kraków in July~53 mi · highs 79°F, 4.2 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
- Budapest in July~131 mi · highs 85°F, 2.6 in rain · 8°C (15°F) warmer by day, drier
- Vienna in July~179 mi · highs 82°F, 3.5 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Zakopane in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Zakopane?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 77/100 against a best of 84 in August. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 5.4 in (137 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Sep window our Kraków & the Tatras route recommends.
How hot is Zakopane in July?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Zakopane in July?
Yes: about 5.4 in (137 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 38.5 in (978 mm).
What should I pack for Zakopane in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (70°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.4 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Zakopane
Routes in season in July
- Kraków & the Tatras May – Sep
Planning Zakopane in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.