Legnica, Lower Silesia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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What is the weather like in Legnica, Lower Silesia?

Legnica, Lower Silesia gets 646 mm of precipitation a year over about 157 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and January the coldest (average low -3°C).

Humid continental climate

Legnica, Lower Silesia has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 2°C in January to 24°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

SeasonMonthsAvg lowAvg high
WinterDec–Feb-2°3°
SpringMar–May4°14°
SummerJun–Aug13°23°
AutumnSep–Nov6°13°

How much rain does Legnica get?

Legnica gets 646 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 157 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 78% of Germany.

July is the wettest month, with 89 mm. February is the driest, with 35 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 20 days, to May 15, 2022.

From October 2025 to September 2026 Legnica got 549 mm of rain, against a normal of 646 mm for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 102 mm.

Monthly rainfall, October 2025 to September 2026, in millimetres Oct 2025 55 Nov 41 Dec 13 Jan 2026 16 Feb 37 Mar 15 Apr 19 May 70 Jun 87 Jul 94 Aug 102 Sep no data
Monthly rainfall, October 2025 to September 2026, in millimetres. The dash on each month marks its 1991–2020 normal. A month with no bar has no report.
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Legnica weather by month

Legnica weather in January

In January, Legnica averages a high of 2°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 16°C (1991) and the record low is -28°C (1987).

Legnica weather in February

In February, Legnica averages a high of 4°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 17°C (2021) and the record low is -24°C (1985).

Legnica weather in March

In March, Legnica averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 23°C (2021) and the record low is -18°C (1971).

Legnica weather in April

In April, Legnica averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 28°C (2012) and the record low is -7°C (1996).

Legnica weather in May

In May, Legnica averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 31°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (1978). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Legnica weather in June

In June, Legnica averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 38°C (2026) and the record low is 0°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Legnica weather in July

In July, Legnica averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 89 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 36°C (2007) and the record low is 5°C (1978).

Legnica weather in August

In August, Legnica averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2015) and the record low is 4°C (1976). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Legnica weather in September

In September, Legnica averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2015) and the record low is -1°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Legnica weather in October

In October, Legnica averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 26°C (2011) and the record low is -6°C (1991).

Legnica weather in November

In November, Legnica averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 18°C (2011) and the record low is -14°C (1975).

Legnica weather in December

In December, Legnica averages a high of 3°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 15°C (2020) and the record low is -22°C (1996).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Legnica

July is the sunniest month in Legnica, with estimated sunshine of 42% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 21%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 33% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Legnica is sunnier than 73% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in November at 85% and is lowest in July at 60%.

Legnica has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Legnica is hotter than 51% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Legnica

The first fall freeze in Legnica typically comes around October 19, and the last spring freeze around April 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 180 days.

Legnica weather records

These records cover GORLITZ during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.

The hottest temperature on record at the Legnica station is 38°C, on June 28, 2026. The coldest is -28°C, on January 14, 1987.

The wettest day in the available station history brought 76 mm of precipitation, on July 19, 1981.

50 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Legnica

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 3°C and lows near -2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 13°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 6°C.

Monthly climate

MonthAverage lowAverage highPrecipRain daysHumidityEstimated sunshineRecord highRecord low
January-3°2°44 mm1582%23%16°-28°
February-2°4°35 mm1478%25%17°-24°
March1°8°49 mm1466%41%23°-18°
April4°14°36 mm1162%36%28°-7°
May8°19°59 mm1361%39%31°-3°
June12°22°69 mm1363%38%38°0°
July13°24°89 mm1360%42%36°5°
August13°24°78 mm1268%37%38°4°
September9°19°55 mm1273%42%33°-1°
October6°13°46 mm1379%30%26°-6°
November2°7°43 mm1385%25%18°-14°
December-1°3°43 mm1584%21%15°-22°

Station: GORLITZ, 84 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Legnica climate questions

How much rain does Legnica get?

Legnica gets 646 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 157 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Legnica?

July is the wettest month in Legnica, with 89 mm. February is the driest, with 35 mm.

How many rainy days does Legnica have a year?

Legnica has about 157 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Legnica?

July is the warmest month in Legnica, with an average high of 24°C.

What is the coldest month in Legnica?

January is the coldest month in Legnica, with an average low of -3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Legnica?

Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Legnica station is 38°C, set on June 28, 2026. The record low is -28°C, on January 14, 1987.

What is the sunniest month in Legnica?

July is the sunniest month in Legnica, with estimated sunshine of 42% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Legnica?

The first fall freeze in Legnica typically comes around October 19. The last spring freeze is around April 22.

What is the best time to visit Legnica?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.