Krakow Weather in December 2026: what to expect (0.7/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in December

Winter in Krakow is cool (4.0°C during the day). Days are short (1.0h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 39.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

December ranks 10 out of 12 months in Krakow. Compared to November: −4°C daytime, −0.6h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index

1 · low

no protection needed

Feels like

dry air

-1°

Daylight

7.9h of daylight

Air quality

poor

AQI 70

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Is December the right month?

The best month in Krakow is August (7.9/10), 7.2 pts higher than December.

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Context

Our verdict

Krakow is the former Polish royal capital, spared by the war, one of Central Europe's most beautiful cities. June-August are my favourite months (8.2-8.5/10): 14-25°C, 37-48% rain, terraces packed on Rynek Główny (Europe's largest medieval square), Jewish festivals in July (Festival of Jewish Culture in Kazimierz).

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.

Country · Poland

🗣️LanguagePolish

💶CurrencyPolish Zloty (zł)

🚗DrivingRight-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthJuly · 25°C

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 3°C

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 48%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August

☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round

🚇Public transportGood

🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days

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Location

Where is Krakow ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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Poland

Temperate climate with a 7.9 → 0.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

50.06°N · 19.94°E

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Krakow?

June is the best month with 24.0°C highs, 14.0°C lows, 6.5h of sunshine and 37.0% rainy days. The months of June & August offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Krakow get in June?

Krakow averages 6.5 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.3/10.

What is the rainiest month in Krakow?

January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Krakow in June?

In June, overnight lows reach 14.0°C, while afternoon highs average 24.0°C.

Is Krakow good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Krakow scores 0.7/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 7.3/10.

When should you avoid Krakow?

January is the most difficult month to visit Krakow, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Do you need sun protection in Krakow in December?

The average UV index reaches 1 in December in Krakow (low), with about 7.9h of daylight. No protection needed.