Auschwitz-Birkenau weather in August
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days. Average highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C, with around 12 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Auschwitz-Birkenau. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
25°C
Average low
15°C
Rainy days
12 days
Best months to visit
June, August
What to do in Auschwitz-Birkenau in August
Whatever the weather, Auschwitz-Birkenau rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Guided memorial tour and historical learning
Barracks and gas chamber exploration
Photography of memorial sites
Museum and documentation center visits
Educational workshops and seminars
Reflective quiet time and personal contemplation
What to pack for August
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
3C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
April
14C
Cool, with some rainy days.
May
18C
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.
Recommended
June
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
July
24C
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.
Recommended
August (you are here)
25C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
September
20C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
October
15C
Cool, with some rainy days.
November
9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
December
4C
Cold, with some rainy days.
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