What to pack for Kraków in May
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 70%; max daily wind around 18 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Kraków: May–September. See the full best time to visit Kraków guide.
Kraków in May: the details
In May, Kraków sees average daytime highs of 18°C (65°F) and overnight lows of 8°C (47°F). Rainfall totals roughly 100 mm across 14.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.3 hours per day with 15.2 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 70%.
In context: May is the 5th-warmest month and the 4th-wettest in Kraków. The sunniest month is June (12.1 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 18°C / 65°F |
| Overnight low | 8°C / 47°F |
| Rainfall | 100 mm over 14.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.3 h/day (15.2 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 70% |
| Travel score | 8.3 / 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 May?
Daytime highs in Kraków in May average 18°C (65°F); nights drop to about 8°C.
Does it rain in Kraków in May?
Expect around 14.5 rainy days and 100 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Kraków?
May is a good month to visit Kraków. Overall travel score: 8.3/10. The best months are May–September.
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