Wysokogórskie Obserwatorium Meteorologiczne Kasprowy Wierch

This meteorological station perches at 1987 meters above sea level on Kasprowy Wierch peak, conducting hourly weather measurements and atmospheric research.

The observatory began its operations on January 23, 1938, following construction efforts that lasted from 1936 to 1937 under the direction of architects Anna and Aleksander Kodelski.

The facility sends coded SYNOP messages every hour to the international meteorological network, contributing to global weather forecasting and scientific research.

Scientists at the station monitor snow cover, greenhouse gases, radioactivity levels, and provide critical weather updates to the Polish Cable Cars and Tatra Mountain Rescue Service.

The observatory records extreme weather conditions, including wind gusts up to 270 kilometers per hour and snow cover reaching 388 centimeters in depth.

Location: Zakopane

GPS coordinates: 49.23250,19.98180

Latest update: April 21, 2025 09:24