Poland Krakow Weather in September — Climate Guide
September in Krakow is very-high
September is very-high for Krakow.
BEST MONTH — ideal weather + reduced crowds + autumn foliage starting.
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Krakow September Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
10°C
Rainy Days
8
50mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
moderate
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
0°C
swimming chilly
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
September Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
15 μg/m³
PM10
25 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
19°C
Nighttime
9°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for September
September Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 20°C ideal
- Reduced crowds
- Autumn foliage
- Best balance
Cons
- Hotels still elevated
September Events & Festivals
- Post-summer shoulder
- Autumn foliage starts
Krakow in September — Full Picture
BEST MONTH — ideal weather + reduced crowds + autumn foliage starting.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Pleasant autumn. Light jacket + sweater evening.
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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 September Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is September a good time to visit Krakow?
Krakow in September is very-high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Krakow in September?
Krakow September averages a high of 20°C and a low of 10°C.
Does it rain much in Krakow in September?
Krakow September averages 50mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Krakow in September?
Pleasant autumn. Light jacket + sweater evening.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Krakow in September?
Krakow September sunrise is 06:35 and sunset is 18:50, with 12h 15min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Krakow in September?
Krakow September air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 15μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Krakow in September?
In September, Krakow is great for Wawel Castle, Auschwitz, Wieliczka.
Is September peak season in Krakow?
Krakow September crowds are 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.