October · Poland
Best time to visit Krakow in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Krakow in October
Average temperature 11°C, 52 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
6.4/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Krakow scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 11°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.
October in Krakow: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
October averages 11°C (52°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 52 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.4 hours of daylight.
It scores 6.4/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 8.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? May scores 2.3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Krakow in October?
- In October, Krakow averages 11°C, 52 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Krakow?
- October earns a 6.4/10 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 October?
- Expect about 52 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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