What to pack for Kraków in December
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 84%; max daily wind around 18 km/h. Snow falls on about 3.8 days.
How December compares
Best months in Kraków: May–September. See the full best time to visit Kraków guide.
Kraków in December: the details
In December, Kraków sees average daytime highs of 4°C (40°F) and overnight lows of -1°C (30°F). Rainfall totals roughly 56 mm across 12 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3.2 hours per day with 7.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 84%.
In context: December is the 11th-warmest month and the 10th-wettest in Kraków. The sunniest month is June (12.1 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 4°C / 40°F |
| Overnight low | -1°C / 30°F |
| Rainfall | 56 mm over 12 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3.2 h/day (7.9 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 84% |
| Travel score | 0.2 / 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 December?
Daytime highs in Kraków in December average 4°C (40°F); nights drop to about -1°C.
Does it rain in Kraków in December?
Expect around 12 rainy days and 56 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Kraków?
December is a challenging month to visit Kraków — consider May–September instead. Overall travel score: 0.2/10. The best months are May–September.
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