City in Lesser Poland, Poland
Krakow weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Krakow
May–Jun and Sep are mild and green. Jul–Aug is hot and crowded; Dec has Christmas markets. Nov–Feb is cold, grey and prone to smog.
Krakow weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan0°46 mm
- Feb3°43 mm
- Mar8°48 mm
- Apr15°53 mm
- May20°99 mm
- Jun23°96 mm
- Jul26°106 mm
- Aug26°76 mm
- Sep20°74 mm
- Oct14°58 mm
- Nov8°46 mm
- Dec2°41 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C33°F | -6°C21°F | 46 mm | 92% | Freezing |
| February | 3°C37°F | -5°C23°F | 43 mm | 90% | Freezing |
| March | 8°C46°F | -1°C29°F | 48 mm | 84% | Cold |
| April | 15°C58°F | 4°C39°F | 53 mm | 77% | Cool |
| May | 20°C67°F | 9°C49°F | 99 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| June | 23°C74°F | 13°C56°F | 96 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C78°F | 15°C60°F | 106 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C79°F | 15°C58°F | 76 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| September | 20°C69°F | 10°C49°F | 74 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| October | 14°C57°F | 5°C40°F | 58 mm | 82% | Cool |
| November | 8°C47°F | 1°C33°F | 46 mm | 89% | Cold |
| December | 2°C36°F | -4°C25°F | 41 mm | 92% | Freezing |
Best months across Poland
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Krakow | Apr–Jun, Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Warsaw | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Gdansk | Jun–Sep | Aug (22°C) |
| Wroclaw | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Zakopane | Feb, Jul–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Poznan | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Torun | May–Jun, Sep, Dec | Jul (26°C) |
| Sopot | Jun–Sep | Aug (22°C) |
| Lodz | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Katowice | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Lublin | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Krakow?
Apr–Jun, Sep. May–Jun and Sep are mild and green. Jul–Aug is hot and crowded; Dec has Christmas markets. Nov–Feb is cold, grey and prone to smog.
When is the rainy season in Krakow?
Rain peaks in July with about 106 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Krakow?
August, with average highs of 26°C (79°F).
How cold does Krakow get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -6°C (21°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Kraków public transport (ZTP)
- Kraków Airport
- Kraków tourist information
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.6°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.