Geography of Krakow
Geography of Krakow: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Krakow
Warsaw Chopin Airport is 152 mi to the north, Warsaw is 157 mi to the north, Hungary is 182 mi to the south and Danube River is 182 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 50°3′52.9″N 19°56′42″E (50.0647, 19.945)
Quick facts about Krakow
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 58°F (15°C) in Krakow with clear. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 55°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
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 slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is 4.9°F below the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Krakow today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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).
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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 58°F (15°C) with clear. Humidity is 78% and wind is 6 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 2:08 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 2:08 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
