Lesser Poland Voivodeship — Water Temperature Today and Throughout the Year
Discover water temperatures in Lesser Poland Voivodeship (Poland), with real-time data and annual trends. Find all locations in the region and check the water temperature in them. We find every place where you can swim and show you the water temperature there today and throughout the year.
Water Temperature in Lakes and Rivers
Popular Lakes
Popular Rivers
Popular Places
Water Temperature and Swimming Overview
Regions and Map
- Greater Poland Voivodeship
- Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship
- Lesser Poland Voivodeship
- Lower Silesian Voivodeship
- Lublin Voivodeship
- Lubusz Voivodeship
- Łódź Voivodeship
- Masovian Voivodeship
- Opole Voivodeship
- Podlaskie Voivodeship
- Pomeranian Voivodeship
- Silesian Voivodeship
- Subcarpathian Voivodeship
- Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship
- Warmian–Masurian Voivodeship
- West Pomeranian Voivodeship
Water Temperature Trends
Lesser Poland Voivodeship, located in southern Poland, encompasses a diverse range of rivers and lakes, with water temperatures that vary significantly throughout the year. In the summer months, particularly July and August, surface water temperatures in these bodies often reach between 19°C (66°F) and 22°C (72°F), providing favorable conditions for swimming and other recreational activities. For instance, Lake Czorsztyn, a man-made reservoir on the Dunajec River, is a popular destination during this period.
During the winter months, from December through February, water temperatures in the region's rivers and lakes typically range from 1°C (34°F) to 3°C (37°F). These colder conditions often lead to ice formation, affecting aquatic life and limiting water-based activities. High-altitude lakes, such as Wielki Staw Polski in the Tatra Mountains, experience even lower temperatures due to their elevation, with recorded water temperatures reaching a maximum of 11.2°C (52.2°F) during warmer periods.
In the transitional seasons of spring and autumn, water temperatures exhibit moderate values. In spring, as air temperatures rise, water bodies gradually warm up, reaching approximately 15°C (59°F) to 18°C (64°F) by late May. Conversely, during autumn, water temperatures decline from their summer peaks, falling below 18°C (64°F) by late September, which typically marks the end of the swimming season. These seasonal fluctuations are characteristic of the region, influenced by climatic conditions and geographical factors.