When to visit
Krakow?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Krakow
Lesser Poland Voivodeship · Poland

The best weather in Krakow is from June, July, August, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are May, June, September.consistent weather climate

Climate score
June
81

Excellent climate

☀️Pleasant

Temperature
14–24°C
Cool nights
Feels like
13–24°C
Comfortable
Precipitation
68mm
Light rain · 10 days
Sunshine
11.9h
Partly cloudy
Humidity (%)
71%
Comfortable
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
-20°-10°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
71
Shoulder season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJun71JulAugSepOctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score101125457681777877511610
ClimateColdColdColdColdMildPleasantHumidHumidCool & rainyColdColdCold
Temperature-3–3°C-1–6°C0–10°C4–14°C9–19°C14–24°C15–25°C16–25°C11–20°C6–15°C2–8°C-1–4°C
Feels like-8–-2°C-6–2°C-4–6°C1–11°C7–17°C13–24°C15–25°C16–26°C10–19°C4–13°C-1–5°C-5–0°C
Precipitation51mm
13 days
59mm
14 days
44mm
11 days
65mm
13 days
89mm
13 days
68mm
10 days
107mm
12 days
100mm
10 days
107mm
12 days
69mm
11 days
50mm
11 days
53mm
14 days
Sunshine3.1h
☀︎ 36%
4.0h
☀︎ 39%
7.2h
☀︎ 60%
8.8h
☀︎ 64%
10.0h
☀︎ 65%
11.9h
☀︎ 73%
11.9h
☀︎ 75%
10.8h
☀︎ 75%
8.6h
☀︎ 68%
6.4h
☀︎ 60%
3.8h
☀︎ 42%
2.5h
☀︎ 31%
WindW · 20 km/hW · 21 km/hW · 19 km/hW · 19 km/hNW · 18 km/hW · 16 km/hW · 17 km/hSW · 15 km/hSW · 17 km/hSW · 17 km/hSW · 17 km/hW · 19 km/h
Humidity (%)81%78%71%69%71%71%70%72%75%80%84%84%
Day length8.6h10.1h11.9h13.8h15.4h16.3h15.9h14.4h12.6h10.7h9.1h8.2h
Tourist CrowdsLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonShoulder season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Krakow Christmas Market
Dragon Parade (Parada Smoków)
Jewish Culture Festival
Szopki Krakowskie (Krakow Nativity Scenes Competition)
Wianki (St. John's Eve / Midsummer Festival)
Jazz Autumn (Jesień Jazzowa)
Krakow Film Festival
Krakow Marathon
Misteria Paschalia Festival
Pierogi Festival
Events & Festivals
  • Krakow Christmas MarketholidaySignature event
    December· 50k+ visitors

    Experience the magical atmosphere of Krakow's main market square transformed into a festive wonderland. Despite the cold…

  • Dragon Parade (Parada Smoków)festival
    June· 50k+ visitors

    The Dragon Parade is a spectacular annual event celebrating Krakow's legendary Wawel Dragon. Held in early June, it feat…

  • Jewish Culture Festivalcultural
    June, July· 50k+ visitors

    Krakow's Kazimierz district comes alive with the Jewish Culture Festival, one of the largest of its kind globally. Spann…

  • Szopki Krakowskie (Krakow Nativity Scenes Competition)cultural
    December· 5k+ visitors

    This unique Krakow tradition showcases elaborate, often fantastical, nativity scenes (szopki) displayed around the city.…

  • Wianki (St. John's Eve / Midsummer Festival)festival
    June· 50k+ visitors

    Celebrate the summer solstice with Wianki, a vibrant festival featuring concerts, fireworks, and the traditional floatin…

  • Jazz Autumn (Jesień Jazzowa)cultural
    November· 5k+ visitors

    Jazz Autumn is a prestigious international jazz festival that brings renowned musicians to Krakow's stages. Taking place…

  • Krakow Film Festivalcultural
    May, June· 5k+ visitors

    One of Europe's oldest film festivals, the Krakow Film Festival showcases documentaries, animated, and short fiction fil…

  • Krakow Marathonsports
    April· 50k+ visitors

    The Krakow Marathon is a popular running event that takes participants through the city's historic streets and past its…

  • Misteria Paschalia Festivalcultural
    March, April· 5k+ visitors

    Misteria Paschalia is an internationally renowned festival of early music, focusing on works related to Holy Week and Ea…

  • Pierogi Festivalfood wine
    August· 5k+ visitors

    Indulge in Poland's beloved dumplings at the annual Pierogi Festival, held in Krakow's Maly Rynek (Small Market Square).…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Krakow?

The best weather in Krakow is from June, August, July, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are June, September, May (9–25 °C).

What is the weather like in Krakow?

Krakow has a climate with an overall score of 4.6/10. Annual temperatures range from -3 °C to 25 °C.

What is the hottest month in Krakow?

The hottest month in Krakow is July, with average highs of 25 °C and lows of 15 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Krakow?

The rainiest month in Krakow is July, with an average of 107 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Krakow?

Peak season in Krakow is July, August. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Krakow?

Shoulder season in Krakow falls in May, June, September, October, December. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.