City in Poland

Current Local Time in Krakow

Current local time and time zone in Krakow, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 58°F now🕔 12:04 PM local📅 Best: May, June and August👥 780.000

Current local time in Krakow

12:04 PM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zoneEurope/Warsaw
UTC offsetUTC+02:00
UTC now10:04 AM
Sunrise5:41 AM
Sunset7:43 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise5:41 AM
Sunset7:43 PM
Daylight14h 2m
Solar noon12:42 PM
Golden hour (am)5:41 AM - 6:41 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:43 PM - 7:43 PM
Blue hour (am)5:11 AM - 5:41 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:43 PM - 8:13 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 74%
Moonrise5:35 PM
Moonset12:05 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Krakow

TypeCity
CountryPoland
ContinentEurope
Coordinates50°3′52.9″N 19°56′42″E (50.0647, 19.945)
Population780.000
Known forWawel Castle and Jewish quarter
Local time12:04 PM (UTC+02:00)
Best monthsMay, June and August
ClimateContinental

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.

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Coordinates: 50°3′52.9″N 19°56′42″E (50.0647, 19.945)

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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 12:04 PM.

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 12:04 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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