Żywiec Lake

Reservoir Artificial reservoir near Żywiec used for recreation

Żywiec Lake sits beneath the Beskids in Silesian Voivodeship; visitors swim, boat, and use the lake as a base for mountain trails and nearby Żywiec town sights.

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Żywiec Lake
49.7162, 19.1972

How to Get to Żywiec Lake #

Żywiec Lake is a short drive from the town of Żywiec (approx. 10-15 minutes by car). Regional buses run from Żywiec to villages around the lake; driving along the DW946 and local roads gives direct access to parking and beaches.

Tips for Visiting Żywiec Lake #

  • Try early morning for calm water and misty light - excellent for photography.
  • Rent a small boat from local harbours to explore coves not visible from shore.
  • Visit the nearby town of Żywiec for historic context and to sample the regional cuisine.

Best Time to Visit Żywiec Lake #

Late spring through early autumn is best for boating and lakeside activities; autumn offers quieter scenery.

Summer
June-August · 18-26°C
Warm water and long days for boating and swimming.
Autumn
September-October · 8-16°C
Crisp air and excellent reflections on the lake; fewer visitors.

Weather & Climate near Żywiec Lake #

Climate

Żywiec Lake's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (841 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
-30°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.6h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
15.2h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
15.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
14.2h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-4°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

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