Kraków weather in August (Lesser Poland, Poland)

Looking to travel to Kraków in August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Kraków the weather in August is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 25°C. But by evening, they drop to around 13°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Kraków in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 13 days.

The city usually sees around 188 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. May, June, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kraków climate page with graphs.

 

Kraków, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 188 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Poland in August

Find out more about the weather in Poland in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Kraków in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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