Verdict: Excellent month
Kraków Weather in August
August hits the sweet spot in Kraków — highs around 25°C (77°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 13 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, August is one of the best months of the year to be in Kraków.
Average high
25°C / 77°F
Average low
16°C / 61°F
Rain days
~13
Precipitation
104 mm
What to pack for Kraków in August
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 13 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
August against the rest of the year
Warmest in Kraków: Jul (26°C / 79°F) · Coolest: Jan (3°C / 37°F) · Wettest: Jul (~15 rain days)
3°
-2°
Jan
7°
-1°
Feb
10°
0°
Mar
13°
3°
Apr
19°
8°
May
24°
14°
Jun
26°
16°
Jul
25°
16°
Aug
21°
11°
Sep
16°
7°
Oct
8°
2°
Nov
4°
-1°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)