Best time to visit Krakow
The best months to visit Krakow are August, June and July, based on month-by-month temperature and rainfall data. The full year of weather, daylight, holidays, and festival timing is below.
August, June and July score best for Krakow weather:
- June23° / 12°CJune is warm, strong for long Kazimierz evenings, river walks, and early starts to Auschwitz or Wieliczka.
- July25° / 14°CJuly is the warmest and wettest month, so mix outdoor touring with indoor ticketed museums.
- August25° / 13°CAugust stays warm for late squares and river paths, with heavy visitor traffic in the Old Town.
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By TripSapien Research · Updated May 20, 2026
Krakow weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain (mm) | Rainy days | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2° | -5° | 40 | 9 | 8h |
| February | 4° | -4° | 30 | 8 | 10h |
| March | 8° | -1° | 40 | 9 | 12h |
| April | 15° | 4° | 45 | 8 | 14h |
| May | 20° | 9° | 75 | 10 | 15h |
| JuneBest weather | 23° | 12° | 80 | 9 | 16h |
| JulyBest weather | 25° | 14° | 100 | 11 | 16h |
| AugustBest weather | 25° | 13° | 70 | 8 | 14h |
| September | 20° | 9° | 65 | 9 | 12h |
| October | 14° | 5° | 50 | 8 | 10h |
| November | 8° | 1° | 40 | 9 | 9h |
| December | 3° | -3° | 35 | 8 | 8h |
Temperatures in °C. Long-term monthly averages.
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Krakow month by month
January
Krakow in January: 1.6°C high, -4.7°C low, 40mm rain over 9 days, 8.3h daylight. Cold and clearer — short daylight but skies open.
February
Krakow in February: 3.7°C high, -3.7°C low, 30mm rain over 8 days, 9.8h daylight. Cold and clearer — short daylight but skies open.
March
Krakow in March: 8.4°C high, -0.8°C low, 40mm rain over 9 days, 11.6h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
April
Krakow in April: 15.1°C high, 3.7°C low, 45mm rain over 8 days, 13.5h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
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May
Krakow in May: 19.8°C high, 8.5°C low, 75mm rain over 10 days, 15.2h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
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JuneBest weather
Krakow in June: 23.2°C high, 12.2°C low, 80mm rain over 9 days, 16.1h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
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JulyBest weather
Krakow in July: 25.3°C high, 13.8°C low, 100mm rain over 11 days, 15.7h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.
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AugustBest weather
Krakow in August: 25°C high, 13.4°C low, 70mm rain over 8 days, 14.3h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
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September
Krakow in September: 19.5°C high, 9.2°C low, 65mm rain over 9 days, 12.4h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
Krakowskie Noce
October
Krakow in October: 14°C high, 4.7°C low, 50mm rain over 8 days, 10.4h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
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November
Krakow in November: 7.6°C high, 0.6°C low, 40mm rain over 9 days, 8.7h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
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December
Krakow in December: 2.7°C high, -3.4°C low, 35mm rain over 8 days, 7.9h daylight. Cold and clearer — short daylight but skies open.
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