Weather in Kraków

What's the weather like in Kraków?

Kraków has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 1°C (34°F) in January to 24°C (75°F) in July, with overnight lows around -5°C (23°F) and 14°C (57°F) respectively.

For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Kraków are May through September.

Quick facts

Country
🇵🇱 Poland
Region
Europe
Time zone
Europe/Warsaw
Coordinates
50.065, 19.945

Monthly climate

Long-run averages for each month of the year.

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 1°C / 34°F -5°C / 23°F 30 mm 12 7
February 2°C / 36°F -5°C / 23°F 30 mm 10 7
March 7°C / 45°F -1°C / 30°F 35 mm 11 3
April 14°C / 57°F 4°C / 39°F 45 mm 11
May 19°C / 66°F 9°C / 48°F 75 mm 12
June 22°C / 72°F 12°C / 54°F 85 mm 13
July 24°C / 75°F 14°C / 57°F 110 mm 14
August 24°C / 75°F 13°C / 55°F 85 mm 11
September 19°C / 66°F 9°C / 48°F 55 mm 10
October 13°C / 55°F 4°C / 39°F 45 mm 11
November 6°C / 43°F 0°C / 32°F 45 mm 12 2
December 2°C / 36°F -3°C / 27°F 35 mm 12 6

Kraków by month

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Kraków?

The most comfortable months in Kraków are usually June, August, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.

What is the hottest month in Kraków?

July is typically the hottest month in Kraków, averaging a high of 24°C (75°F).

What is the coldest month in Kraków?

January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -5°C (23°F).

Does it snow in Kraków?

Yes — Kraków sees some snow, mainly around January (about 7 snow days). Most other months stay snow-free.

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