What to pack for Kraków in October
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 79%; max daily wind around 17 km/h.
How October compares
Best months in Kraków: May–September. See the full best time to visit Kraków guide.
Kraków in October: the details
In October, Kraków sees average daytime highs of 16°C (60°F) and overnight lows of 7°C (44°F). Rainfall totals roughly 61 mm across 8.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.4 hours per day with 10.4 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 79%.
In context: October is the 6th-warmest month and the 9th-wettest in Kraków. The sunniest month is June (12.1 h/day).
| Metric | October average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 16°C / 60°F |
| Overnight low | 7°C / 44°F |
| Rainfall | 61 mm over 8.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.4 h/day (10.4 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 79% |
| Travel score | 7.9 / 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 October?
Daytime highs in Kraków in October average 16°C (60°F); nights drop to about 7°C.
Does it rain in Kraków in October?
Expect around 8.7 rainy days and 61 mm of rainfall in October.
Is October a good time to visit Kraków?
October is a good month to visit Kraków. Overall travel score: 7.9/10. The best months are May–September.
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