Kraków
City in Poland
Kraków is a city in southern Poland with a population of approximately 804,000 people. It is located 252 km from Warsaw and is known for its historic districts and landmarks, including Wawel Castle, the Old Town, and the Kazimierz neighborhood.
What to see
The city features the Kraków Old Town, a UNESCO site, and Wawel Castle. The Kazimierz district is also a major area of interest. Other notable locations include the Old Synagogue, the Remah Synagogue, and the Tempel Synagogue. Visitors can also view the Divine Mercy Sanctuary and the Polish Aviation Museum.
When to go
The warmest months are June, July, and August, with daily highs around 21 °C to 23 °C. These months also experience the highest rainfall, with up to 90 mm of precipitation. Spring and early autumn offer milder temperatures; April sees highs of 14 °C and September reaches 18 °C. Winters are cold, with temperatures frequently dropping below freezing from December through February.
Getting there
Kraków is served by the Kraków John Paul II International Airport, which is located in Balice, 11 km from the city center.
Top sights in Kraków
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 23 °C. The wettest is June, with about 90 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 1 | 3 | 8 | 14 | 19 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 18 | 13 | 7 | 2 |
| Average low, °C | -5 | -5 | -1 | 3 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 0 | -4 |
| Rainfall, mm | 38 | 32 | 42 | 46 | 81 | 90 | 90 | 79 | 64 | 44 | 43 | 41 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 13 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 12 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Kraków (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Divine Mercy Sanctuary, Kraków
- Old Synagogue
- Polish Aviation Museum
- Remah Synagogue
- Tempel Synagogue