Poland Krakow Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Krakow is very-high
Krakow Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 19° / 9°
- Rainfall
- 65mm · 10 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Krakow in May averages a high of 19°C and low of 9°C with 65mm of rain over about 10 days. Warm spring. T-shirt + light jacket evening.
May is very-high for Krakow.
Ideal weather. Hotels rising into peak. Outdoor terraces active.
Travel score
Krakow May Weather Stats
Avg High
19°C
Avg Low
9°C
Rainy Days
10
65mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
0°C
swimming chilly
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
25 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
19°C
Nighttime
9°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 19°C ideal
- Daylight 15h
- Outdoor seating starts
- Spring foliage
Cons
- Hotels rising
May Events & Festivals
- Pre-summer peak
Krakow in May — Full Picture
Ideal weather. Hotels rising into peak. Outdoor terraces active.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Warm spring. T-shirt + light jacket evening.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current13.7°C
4°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
24°C
14°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13.7°C
5.3°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
2°C
-3.7°C
6/mo
Krakow Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1° | -5° | 6d·30mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 3° | -4° | 5d·25mm | 3h | 75% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | -1° | 7d·35mm | 4h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 14° | 4° | 9d·50mm | 5h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 19° | 9° | 10d·65mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 22° | 13° | 11d·80mm | 7h | 70% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 25° | 15° | 11d·95mm | 7h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 25° | 14° | 10d·75mm | 7h | 73% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 20° | 10° | 8d·50mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| 14° | 5° | 8d·40mm | 4h | 80% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 1° | 8d·35mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Very busy | Peak | |
| December (Best) | 2° | -2° | 7d·35mm | 1h | 85% | 1 | Very busy | Peak |
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Krakow May Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Krakow?
Krakow in May is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Krakow in May?
Krakow May averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C.
Does it rain much in Krakow in May?
Krakow May averages 65mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Krakow in May?
Warm spring. T-shirt + light jacket evening.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Krakow in May?
Krakow May sunrise is 05:20 and sunset is 20:10, with 14h 50min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Krakow in May?
Krakow May air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Krakow in May?
In May, Krakow is great for Wawel Castle, Main Market Square, Kazimierz.
Is May peak season in Krakow?
Krakow May crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.