Best Time to Visit Krakow
Best time to visit Krakow: May, June and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Krakow
Go in May, June and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Krakow month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35° | 25° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 43° | 29° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 36° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 60° | 42° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 49° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 77° | 58° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 77° | 60° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 79° | 60° | 1,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 72° | 55° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 44° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 45° | 34° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 39° | 31° | 1,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Krakow compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Krakow.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warsaw Chopin Airport | 152 mi | 51°F | about the same | 25 in |
| Warsaw | 157 mi | 51°F | about the same | 24 in |
| Hungary | 182 mi | 55°F | +36°F warmer | 24 in |
| Danube River | 182 mi | 55°F | +36°F warmer | 24 in |
| Budapest | 182 mi | 55°F | +36°F warmer | 24 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Krakow is a city in Poland. Krakow is known for Wawel Castle and Jewish quarter. It has a population of about 780.000.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Krakow with overcast. It feels like 75°F. Today runs from 67°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Krakow is May, June and August. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 25°F.
The closest major airport is Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), about 152 mi away. Nearby highlights include Danube River, Historic Centre of Prague and Charles Bridge.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is in line with the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Krakow today at 9.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Krakow right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:26 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 76° / 63°
Light drizzle · 20% rain · wind 20 mph
☁️ 72° / 57°
Overcast · 20% rain · wind 9 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Krakow?
Krakow is a city in Poland. Its coordinates are 50.0647, 19.945. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Krakow right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 82% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Krakow?
May, June and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Krakow, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Krakow in?
Krakow observes Europe/Warsaw (UTC+02:00). The local time is 12:26 AM.
How many people live in Krakow?
Krakow has a population of approximately 780.000.
What is the nearest airport to Krakow?
The closest airports are Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), 152 mi away, Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD), 185 mi away and Vienna International Airport (VIE), 204 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Krakow?
Popular options include Danube River, Historic Centre of Prague and Charles Bridge.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 12:26 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
