Krakow guide
Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland

Krakow in May

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Krakow are June, July, August and September. In May, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
12°C
Rainfall
73 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In May, Krakow is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 12°C with about 73mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Krakow in May

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Kraków Town Hall
The historic Town Hall of Kraków, known as Ratusz in Polish, was demolished in 1820. It was constructed of brick and mortar for the first time in 1316 as one of its subsequent seve
Kraków Fortress
Kraków fortress refers in the narrow sense to the 19th century Austro-Hungarian fortifications, and in the larger sense - to the interconnected fortifications in Kraków, Poland, in
Siege of Kraków
The siege of Kraków was one of the battles during the Swedish invasion of Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth. Lasting for two and a half weeks, it started on September 25 and ended on
Kraków Film Festival
The Krakow Film Festival is one of Europe's oldest events dedicated to documentary, animation and other short film forms.
Town Hall Tower
Town Hall Tower is one of the main focal points of the Main Market Square in the Old Town of Kraków, Poland.
Main Square, Kraków
The Main Market Square a historic square located in the Old Town of Kraków, Poland.

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Krakow in May: FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Krakow?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Krakow's best months are generally June, July, August and September.

What is the weather like in Krakow in May?+

Expect average temperatures around 12°C. Rainfall averages about 73mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Krakow in May?+

Based on the typical May weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Krakow in May?+

Popular things to do include Kraków Town Hall, Kraków Fortress, Siege of Kraków and Kraków Film Festival. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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