What to pack for Kraków in January
- serious winter gear: insulated coat, thermal layers
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 81%; max daily wind around 21 km/h. Snow falls on about 6.2 days.
How January compares
Best months in Kraków: May–September. See the full best time to visit Kraków guide.
Kraków in January: the details
In January, Kraków sees average daytime highs of 3°C (38°F) and overnight lows of -2°C (28°F). Rainfall totals roughly 62 mm across 13.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3.7 hours per day with 8.3 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 81%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 8th-wettest in Kraków. The sunniest month is June (12.1 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 3°C / 38°F |
| Overnight low | -2°C / 28°F |
| Rainfall | 62 mm over 13.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3.7 h/day (8.3 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 81% |
| Travel score | 0.0 / 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 January?
Daytime highs in Kraków in January average 3°C (38°F); nights drop to about -2°C.
Does it rain in Kraków in January?
Expect around 13.3 rainy days and 62 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Kraków?
January is a challenging month to visit Kraków — consider May–September instead. Overall travel score: 0.0/10. The best months are May–September.
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