May in Krakow
Krakow in May. One of the best months to visit Krakow. Typical daytime highs around 66°F (19°C).
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunshine measures daylight only. Open-Meteo
What to see
Start with the sights.
01What to seeCzartoryski MuseumExplore →
The Princes Czartoryski Museum – often abbreviated to Czartoryski Museum – is a historic museum in Kraków, Poland, and one of the country's oldest museums.
02What to seeSt. Mary's Basilica in KrakówExplore →
The Main Market Square a historic square located in the Old Town of Kraków, Poland.
03What to seeOld town Market Square in KrakowExplore →
The Main Market Square a historic square located in the Old Town of Kraków, Poland.
04What to seeWawel CastleExplore →
The Wawel Royal Castle and the Wawel Hill on which it sits constitute the most historically and culturally significant site in Poland.
05What to seeNational Museum in KrakówExplore →
The National Museum in Kraków, popularly abbreviated as MNK, is the largest museum in Poland.
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June in Krakow
Krakow in June. One of the best months to visit Krakow. Typical daytime highs around 75°F (24°C).
July in Krakow
Krakow in July. One of the best months to visit Krakow. Typical daytime highs around 77°F (25°C).
September in Krakow
Krakow in September. One of the best months to visit Krakow. Typical daytime highs around 70°F (21°C).
Make a plan
Before you go.
Transport, fares & local advice
Getting there
Fly into Krakow John Paul II (KRK).
Know before you go
- Book Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine in advance.
- The Kazimierz district is best for bars and food.
- The old town is walkable, so skip the taxis.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Krakow?
The best time to visit Krakow is May–Jul & Sep, in Poland.
Where is Krakow?
Krakow is in Poland. The nearest major airport is Krakow John Paul II (KRK).
What is Krakow known for?
A fairy-tale old town and sobering history.
More places to explore
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