Warsaw, Poland
Capital city 路 Population 1.7M
Warsaw is the capital and the largest city in Poland with a population of approximately 1,702,139 people as of 2026. This makes it the 254th largest city in the world, accounting for 4.66% of Poland's total population of 36.6M. Warsaw is classified as a major city and operates in the Europe/Warsaw timezone. The average annual temperature is 11.5掳C with 631 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 113 meters above sea level.
Population
1,702,139
Global Rank
#254
Country Rank
#1
% of Poland
4.66%
Avg Temperature
11.5掳C
Annual Rainfall
631 mm
Elevation
113 m
Timezone
Europe/Warsaw
Warsaw on the Map
Climate in Warsaw
Warsaw's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Aug with 84 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Poland at a Glance
Country Population
36,559,233
Capital
Warsaw
Region
Central Europe
Major Cities
47
GDP per Capita
$25,104
Life Expectancy
78.5 years
Urban Population
60.0%
Growth Rate
-0.00%
Other Major Cities in Poland
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Warsaw with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wola | 140,958 | 4 km |
| Mokot贸w | 217,683 | 4 km |
| Praga Po艂udnie | 179,836 | 5 km |
| Targ贸wek | 124,279 | 7 km |
| Bemowo | 123,932 | 8 km |
| Bielany | 131,910 | 9 km |
| Ursyn贸w | 149,775 | 9 km |
| Bia艂o艂eka | 129,106 | 11 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Warsaw?
The population of Warsaw, Poland is approximately 1,702,139 people, making it the 254th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Poland.
Is Warsaw the capital of Poland?
Yes, Warsaw is the capital of Poland.
What is the climate like in Warsaw?
Warsaw has an average annual temperature of 11.5掳C and receives 631 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Warsaw in?
Warsaw is in the Europe/Warsaw timezone.