Poland Krakow Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Krakow is very-high
August is very-high for Krakow.
Peak summer + European holidays. Hotels at maximum.
Travel score
Krakow August Weather Stats
Avg High
25°C
Avg Low
14°C
Rainy Days
10
75mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
73%
moderate
UV Index
6
High
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
0°C
swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
13 μg/m³
PM10
23 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
25°C
Nighttime
14°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 25°C summer
- Long daylight
- All sites open
Cons
- Tourist crush peak
- Hotels at peak
August Events & Festivals
- European school holidays peak
Krakow in August — Full Picture
Peak summer + European holidays. Hotels at maximum.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Like July. Peak summer.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
13.7°C
4°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current24°C
14°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13.7°C
5.3°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
2°C
-3.7°C
6/mo
Krakow Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1° | -5° | 6d·30mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 3° | -4° | 5d·25mm | 3h | 75% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | -1° | 7d·35mm | 4h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 14° | 4° | 9d·50mm | 5h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 19° | 9° | 10d·65mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 22° | 13° | 11d·80mm | 7h | 70% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 25° | 15° | 11d·95mm | 7h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 25° | 14° | 10d·75mm | 7h | 73% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 20° | 10° | 8d·50mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| 14° | 5° | 8d·40mm | 4h | 80% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 1° | 8d·35mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Very busy | Peak | |
| December (Best) | 2° | -2° | 7d·35mm | 1h | 85% | 1 | Very busy | Peak |
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Krakow August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Krakow?
Krakow in August is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Krakow in August?
Krakow August averages a high of 25°C and a low of 14°C.
Does it rain much in Krakow in August?
Krakow August averages 75mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Krakow in August?
Like July. Peak summer.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Krakow in August?
Krakow August sunrise is 05:55 and sunset is 19:50, with 13h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Krakow in August?
Krakow August air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 13μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Krakow in August?
In August, Krakow is great for Wawel Castle, Auschwitz, Wieliczka.
Is August peak season in Krakow?
Krakow August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.