Poland Krakow Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Krakow is high
October is high for Krakow.
Autumn foliage peak mid-October. Pre-Christmas shoulder hotels affordable.
Travel score
Krakow October Weather Stats
Avg High
14°C
Avg Low
5°C
Rainy Days
8
40mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
high
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
13°C
Nighttime
4°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 14°C pleasant
- Autumn foliage peak
- Shoulder pricing
Cons
- Daylight 11h
- Variable weather
October Events & Festivals
- Autumn foliage peak
- Pre-Christmas shoulder
Krakow in October — Full Picture
Autumn foliage peak mid-October. Pre-Christmas shoulder hotels affordable.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cool autumn. Light coat + sweater.
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)
Current13.7°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 October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Krakow?
Krakow in October is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Krakow in October?
Krakow October averages a high of 14°C and a low of 5°C.
Does it rain much in Krakow in October?
Krakow October averages 40mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Krakow in October?
Cool autumn. Light coat + sweater.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Krakow in October?
Krakow October sunrise is 07:10 and sunset is 17:55, with 10h 45min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Krakow in October?
Krakow October air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Krakow in October?
In October, Krakow is great for Wawel Castle, Old Town autumn foliage, Polish vodka warming.
Is October peak season in Krakow?
Krakow October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.