What to pack for Kraków in August
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 74%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How August compares
Best months in Kraków: May–September. See the full best time to visit Kraków guide.
Kraków in August: the details
In August, Kraków sees average daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) and overnight lows of 16°C (60°F). Rainfall totals roughly 114 mm across 13.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.5 hours per day with 14.3 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 74%.
In context: August is the warmest month of the year and the wettest in Kraków. The sunniest month is June (12.1 h/day).
| Metric | August average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25°C / 77°F |
| Overnight low | 16°C / 60°F |
| Rainfall | 114 mm over 13.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.5 h/day (14.3 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 74% |
| Travel score | 8.5 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Kraków, Poland (50.06, 19.94) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Kraków in August?
Daytime highs in Kraków in August average 25°C (77°F); nights drop to about 16°C.
Does it rain in Kraków in August?
Expect around 13.5 rainy days and 114 mm of rainfall in August.
Is August a good time to visit Kraków?
August is one of the best months to visit Kraków. Overall travel score: 8.5/10. The best months are May–September.
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