At a glance
| Metric | Helsinki | Kraków |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 21°C | 25°C |
| Coldest month low | -6°C | -2°C |
| Annual rainfall | 826 mm | 908 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 7.6 h/day | 7.9 h/day |
| Best months | June | May–September |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Helsinki | Kraków | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.0 · Challenging | 0.0 · Challenging | — |
| February | 0.0 · Challenging | 1.8 · Challenging | Kraków |
| March | 0.0 · Challenging | 4.2 · Poor | Kraków |
| April | 3.8 · Poor | 6.4 · Fair | Kraków |
| May | 6.8 · Fair | 8.3 · Good | Kraków |
| June | 9.6 · Excellent | 9.0 · Excellent | Helsinki |
| July | 8.6 · Excellent | 8.4 · Good | Helsinki |
| August | 8.5 · Excellent | 8.5 · Excellent | — |
| September | 7.4 · Good | 8.8 · Excellent | Kraków |
| October | 3.0 · Poor | 7.9 · Good | Kraków |
| November | 0.0 · Challenging | 3.3 · Poor | Kraków |
| December | 0.0 · Challenging | 0.2 · Challenging | Kraków |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Helsinki or Kraków?
Kraków has the better travel weather in 8 of 12 months, versus 2 for Helsinki — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Helsinki?
The best months to visit Helsinki are June, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Kraków?
The best months to visit Kraków are May–September, based on six years of climate data.
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