Krakow Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Krakow. The annual average is 13°C high / 5°C low — hottest in July (25°C) and coldest in January (-5°C).
Krakow Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Krakow's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 13° / 5°
- Best time to visit
- May, June, September
- Hottest month
- July (25°C)
- Coldest month
- January (-5°C)
- Wettest month
- July (95mm)
- Driest month
- February (25mm)
As of 2026, Krakow's weather averages 13°C high / 5°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is May, June, September. The hottest month is July (25°C), the coldest is January (-5°C), and the wettest is July (95mm).
Best Time to Visit Krakow
Ideal weather. Hotels rising into peak. Outdoor terraces active.
Warm summer + Lajkonik Festival + Krakow Jewish Culture Festival. Hotels at peak.
BEST MONTH — ideal weather + reduced crowds + autumn foliage starting.
Krakow Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / -5° | 30mm | 6 | Quiet | Details → |
| February | 3° / -4° | 25mm | 5 | Quiet | Details → |
| March | 8° / -1° | 35mm | 7 | Moderate | Details → |
| April | 14° / 4° | 50mm | 9 | Busy | Details → |
| May | 19° / 9° | 65mm | 10 | Very busy | Details → |
| June | 22° / 13° | 80mm | 11 | Very busy | Details → |
| July | 25° / 15° | 95mm | 11 | Very busy | Details → |
| August | 25° / 14° | 75mm | 10 | Very busy | Details → |
| September | 20° / 10° | 50mm | 8 | Busy | Details → |
| October | 14° / 5° | 40mm | 8 | Moderate | Details → |
| November | 7° / 1° | 35mm | 8 | Very busy | Details → |
| December | 2° / -2° | 35mm | 7 | Very busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Krakow by Season
Spring perfect. Light layers + light jacket evening.
Warm summer. T-shirt + shorts + UV.
Cool autumn. Light coat + sweater.
Cold. Heavy coat + thermal + scarf.
Krakow Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Krakow? +
For weather, May, June, September are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 19°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Krakow? +
The hottest month is July with an average high of 25°C, and the coldest is January with an average low of -5°C. The annual average is 13°C high / 5°C low.
When does it rain most in Krakow? +
The wettest month is July (95mm over about 11 rainy days) and the driest is February (25mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 615mm.
What should I pack for Krakow? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 14/4°C — Spring perfect. Light layers + light jacket evening. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 24/14°C — Warm summer. T-shirt + shorts + UV. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 14/5°C — Cool autumn. Light coat + sweater. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 2/-4°C — Cold. Heavy coat + thermal + scarf.
What is the weather in Krakow this month (June)? +
June averages 22°C high / 13°C low with 80mm rainfall over about 11 rainy days. Crowds are very busy and prices are high.
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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.