December · Poland
Best time to visit Krakow in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Krakow in December
Average temperature 0°C, 52 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 92% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
3.8/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 0°C
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
- Humidity
- 92%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Krakow scores 3.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 0°C, 52 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Late spring to early fall brings mild, sunny days ideal for Kraków’s medieval core and Vistula strolls.
December in Krakow — the hardest end of the year
At 0°C (32°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
52 mm of water-equivalent precipitation makes this a snowy month at resort level; what falls stays as snow, with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 7.9 hours of daylight.
That is 3.8/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 8.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Krakow — 4.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Krakow in December?
- In December, Krakow averages 0°C, 52 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.8/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Krakow?
- December earns a 3.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Krakow in December?
- Expect about 52 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 92% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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