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Kraków Weather In August

Typically the hottest month of the Kraków year, and a little drier than July, August is another peak month for visitors, with plenty of culture for tourists to enjoy.

Central Krakow copyright Francisco Anzola
Central Krakow – image © Francisco Anzola / CC BY 3.0

August is often the hottest month in Kraków, with less rainfall than the previous months. Dress for summer but keep one or two layers spare, just in case it cools down in the evening.

This is also a fantastic month for Polish culture, with live music and food taking centre stage. This means peak season for tourists and a higher premium on flights and accommodation. Make sure you book well in advance.

Also note the public holiday on August 15, when many shops and attractions will be closed.

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August temperatures in Kraków:
  • Average high: 24°C / 75°F
  • Average low: 12°C / 54°F
Average August rainfall in Kraków:
  • 45 mm / 14 days
Average August daily sunshine in Kraków:
  • 6 hours

Kraków Festivals And Events In August

  • Kraków Live Festival – Kraków Live Festival takes place over nights on two stages and features some of the biggest names in pop.
  • Pierogi Festival – If you’re in Kraków during the second week of August, your trip may coincide with the annual celebration of the humble Polish dumpling, the Pierogi Festival. Hundreds of varieties will be vying to win the prize for the tastiest.
  • August 15 – Assumption Day / Polish Army Day: A military-focused public holiday with a number of historical and religious connotations. Banks, malls, and large shops will be closed, as well as most museums and galleries. Restaurants and bars should be open.

Other Considerations

  • In addition to the events above, your trip may also coincide with the Festival of Court Dance, the Folk Art Fair, or the Music in Old Kraków festival. Old Kraków will certainly be buzzing with things to do.
  • If the centre of the city gets too hectic, the outdoor region of Zakopane makes a delightful change. It’s only a few hours from Kraków and very easy to reach.
  • Nearby Katowice also makes a less crowded urban destination. Just an hour away from Kraków, this largely undiscovered city has some surprising contemporary architecture and cultural institutions.

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