Białowieża, Poland
Podlasie · Poland
Białowieża is a small town in Podlasie, Poland with a population of 1,620. Elevation: 518 ft (158 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Białowieża
Białowieża is a village in Poland's Podlaskie Voivodeship, in the middle of the Białowieża Forest, to which it gave its name.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,620 |
| Population Density | 197 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.7000°, 23.8667° |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw |
| Country | 🇵🇱 Poland |
| State / Province | Podlasie |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.5 inches (596 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.3 inches (13 cm) |
About Białowieża
Białowieża is a small town in Poland (Podlasie) with a population of 1,620. The city sits at an elevation of 518 feet (158 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Warsaw.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.6°F |
| 19% below Poland avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Area | 8.2 sq mi (21.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 197/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.7000°N, 23.8667°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.7 in |
Białowieża has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 24°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Białowieża
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internat Technikum Leśnego im. Leśników Polskich | - | - | - | - |
| Technikum Leśne im. Leśników Polskich w Białowieży | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Białowieża
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Museums in Białowieża
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muzej pryrody | ||||
| Muzeum Przyrodniczo-Leśne BPN im. prof. Jana Miklaszewskiego | ||||
| Skansen Architektury Drewnianej Ludności Ruskiej Podlasia | ||||
| Skansen Budy | ||||
| Археалагічны музей | ||||
| Музей народнага побыту і старадаўных тэхналогій | ||||
| Музей-кузня на Белай |
Libraries in Białowieża
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteka BPN | 0.0 | |||||
| Хадосаўская сельская бібліятэка | 0.0 |
Hotels in Białowieża
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Białowieża
16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Białowieża
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Białowieża
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Białowieża
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Białowieża
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Białowieża
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Białowieża
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Białowieża
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Białowieża
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brest International Airport | BQT | Large Airport |
| Białystok-Krywlany Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borisovo Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Brody Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Czyże | - | Small Airport |
| Kliepačy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lewickie Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lotnisko Białousy | - | Small Airport |
| Mihalin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Minkavichi Agricultural Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Narew | - | Small Airport |
| Pruzhany Air Base | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Białowieża
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Białowieża Forest | Natural | 1979 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Białowieża
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cerkiew pw. Świętego Mikołaja | |
| Cerkiew pw. Świętych Cyryla i Metodego | |
| Kaplica prawosławna św. Aleksandra Newskiego | |
| Kaplica szpitalna | |
| Kapliczka Prawosławna | |
| Kościół pw. Świętej Teresy od Dzieciątka Jezus | |
| Zbór Kościoła Chrześcijan Baptystów w Białowieży |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Białowieża
Public Holidays in Poland
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Białowieża?
Białowieża has a population of 1,620 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 197 people per square mile, spread across 8.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Białowieża?
Białowieża has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow.
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