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Lesser Poland Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lesser Poland, Poland in November.

Thinking about venturing to Lesser Poland, Poland this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Lesser Poland in November

Lesser Poland, Poland is a region in Poland. November in Lesser Poland generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Zakopane to 9°C (48°F) in Brzesko. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Brzesko and -2°C (28°F) in Zakopane.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Lesser Poland, Poland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nowe Brzesko with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Zawoja with 70 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Kraków receives about 49 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Lesser Poland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lesser Poland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kraków)

Best Places to Visit in Lesser Poland in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Lesser Poland.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Lesser Poland

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Lesser Poland, Poland?

Temperature range in Lesser Poland (November)

Precipitation variation in Lesser Poland (November)

Kraków

In November Kraków generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
49 hours
32 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Zakopane

In November Zakopane generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
77 hours
58 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Kościelisko

In November Kościelisko generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
77 hours
58 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Krynica Zdrój

In November Krynica Zdrój generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
58 hours
47 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Białka Tatrzanska

In November Białka Tatrzanska generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
77 hours
58 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Lesser Poland, in Poland.

In our records: Poland November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in Poland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest November day in Poland brought 293 mm (12 in) in Zakopane on November 15, 1982.

Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Lesser Poland in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kraków 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Zakopane 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Kościelisko 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Krynica Zdrój 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Białka Tatrzanska 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Bukowina Tatrzańska 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)

Lesser Poland weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lesser Poland, Poland in November?

In November, Lesser Poland, Poland generally has poor weather conditions. Kraków sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in Lesser Poland, Poland in November?

Daytime temperatures in Kraków peak at roughly 9°C (48°F) in November, dropping to about 1°C (34°F) overnight.

Does Lesser Poland, Poland get a lot of rain in November?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lesser Poland, Poland during November, with Kraków averaging close to 54 mm (2.1 in).

Is November a Good Time to Visit Lesser Poland, Poland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Kraków, November may not be the ideal time to visit Lesser Poland, Poland.

On average, the best time to visit Lesser Poland, Poland is in May, June, August and September with generally perfect weather in Kraków. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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