Poland Krakow Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Krakow is very-high
December is very-high for Krakow.
Christmas Markets peak — Main Market Square. Magical medieval city. Hotels at maximum.
Travel score
Krakow December Weather Stats
Avg High
2°C
Avg Low
-2°C
Rainy Days
7
35mm total
Sunshine
1h
Daily avg
Humidity
85%
high
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
25 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
0°C
Nighttime
-5°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Christmas Markets peak (Main Market Square)
- Magical Polish medieval atmosphere
- Mulled wine + pierogi
Cons
- -2 to 2°C cold
- Daylight 8h
- Hotels triple
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas Markets peak (until Jan 6)
- New Year
Krakow in December — Full Picture
Christmas Markets peak — Main Market Square. Magical medieval city. Hotels at maximum.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cold + dark. Heavy coat + thermal + scarf + gloves.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
13.7°C
4°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
24°C
14°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13.7°C
5.3°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current2°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 December Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Krakow?
Krakow in December is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Krakow in December?
Krakow December averages a high of 2°C and a low of -2°C.
Does it rain much in Krakow in December?
Krakow December averages 35mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Krakow in December?
Cold + dark. Heavy coat + thermal + scarf + gloves.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Krakow in December?
Krakow December sunrise is 07:30 and sunset is 15:35, with 8h 5min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Krakow in December?
Krakow December air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 25μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Krakow in December?
In December, Krakow is great for Christmas Markets peak, Polish vodka tasting, Pod Aniołami warm.
Is December peak season in Krakow?
Krakow December 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.