Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Kraków in November
Kraków cools off: highs slip to 47°F (8°C), from 58°F in October, with lows of 33°F (1°C) and about 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 54/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 47°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 1.8 in (46 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 78%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 54/100 · Fair
What November feels like
Cool days top out near 47°F (8°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Lows average 33°F (1°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.8 in (46 mm) for the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 78%.
Only about 8 h 44 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are May and July – September.
- Comfort slips from 73/100 in October to 54/100.
- Our Kraków & the Tatras route recommends May – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 47°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kraków in November
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Wawel Royal Castle
Hilltop castle and cathedral where Polish kings were crowned and buried.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 47°F.
Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum
Former Nazi German death camp, now a memorial to over 1.1 million murdered people.
Why now A way to spend part of a cold day out of the wind.
Pod Aniołami
Polish cooking in Gothic cellars, known for grilled meats and pierogi.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 47°F.
Alchemia
Candlelit Kazimierz bar with a cellar stage for live music.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Plac Nowy Zapiekanki
Hatches around the round market hall sell long open-faced zapiekanka sandwiches.
Why now A cozy break on a 47°F day.
Nearby in November
- Wieliczka in November~8 mi · highs 46°F, 1.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Zakopane in November~53 mi · highs 41°F, 2.2 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Budapest in November~182 mi · highs 49°F, 1.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Vienna in November~206 mi · highs 49°F, 1.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Kraków in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Kraków?
It's middling, scoring 54/100. The best months are May and July – September, at up to 86. Expect highs of 47°F (8°C) and 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain. Our Kraków & the Tatras route recommends May – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Kraków in November?
Average highs are 47°F (8°C) and average lows 33°F (1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kraków in November?
Not much: about 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.9 in (786 mm).
What should I pack for Kraków in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 47°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Kraków in November?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.