Your April weather guide
CoolWeather in Krakow in April
April is a reasonable time for Krakow if you want a city break in cool weather, rather than a warm-weather holiday. Average afternoons reach around 14°C, but nights drop to about 4°C, so packing for evenings matters as much as packing for daytime walks. With about 11 rainy days, you should also leave room to change your plans. Go if you are comfortable with layers and showers; choose summer if warmth is the priority.
Long-term climate averages for Kraków, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Krakow, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Kraków.
- Average daytime high
- 14.1°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 21°C
- Average night-time low
- 3.8°C
- coldest 10% of nights: -1°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +0.6°C
- London averages 13.5°C in April
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 5.4h
- 40% of 13.5 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 11
- 59 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days over 25°C
- 1%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 27.6°C
- 2012-04-30
- Record low 1991-2020
- -11.0°C
- 1993-04-01
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 30 min
- 1421 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How April compares
April is the 6th warmest month of the year in Krakow and ranks 133rd of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Krakow is 0.6°C warmer by day and 1.3°C cooler at night.
Daytime and night-time in April
The typical April day in Krakow peaks at 14.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 20.5°C or more. Roughly 1 in 83 days top 25°C. Nights average 3.8°C; one night in ten drops to -1.2°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 27.6°C (2012-04-30) and the coldest night -11.0°C (1993-04-01).
Rain in April
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 11 days with 1 mm or more, 59 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2001 with 136 mm, the driest 2009 with 6 mm. Humidity averages 71%.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.5 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:47 and sets about 19:34 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 60%.
Is April a good time to visit Krakow?
April is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Krakow on our scoring are August, July, June.
Mild afternoons, but keep a warm layer handy
The main catch is the gap between daytime and night-time temperatures. A walk can feel comfortable in lighter layers during a mild afternoon, while an evening outside calls for a warm jacket. The warmer days reach 20.5°C or more, but that is not the temperature to build your packing around: colder nights can fall below freezing. Bring jumpers, long trousers and a jacket that works over layers, rather than relying on a light top and rain shell alone. April suits travellers who prefer walking without strong heat, but it is a poor choice if sitting outdoors late into the evening is central to the trip.
Plenty of daylight, with rain to plan around
April gives you about 13.5 hours of daylight, which leaves room to move outdoor plans around the weather. Sunshine averages about 5.4 hours a day, so long days should not be confused with consistently sunny ones. Rain is a practical part of the decision: take a waterproof jacket and shoes you are happy to walk in when pavements are wet. Keep your plans flexible, using brighter spells for longer walks and leaving indoor time for wetter weather. The balance suits a trip where you can adjust as you go, rather than one that depends on clear skies. A forecast check before departure will help you choose between lighter and heavier layers.
A little perspective
Krakow through the year
April is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1.0°C | -4.9°C | 2.2 | 43 | 11 | 0% |
| February | 3.0°C | -3.9°C | 2.6 | 44 | 11 | 0% |
| March | 7.8°C | -0.9°C | 3.8 | 52 | 12 | 0% |
| AprilSelected | 14.1°C | 3.8°C | 5.4 | 59 | 11 | 1% |
| May | 18.6°C | 9.0°C | 5.8 | 92 | 14 | 8% |
| Junebest | 21.7°C | 12.7°C | 6.4 | 90 | 14 | 23% |
| Julybest | 23.7°C | 14.8°C | 6.7 | 105 | 14 | 38% |
| Augustbest | 23.7°C | 14.4°C | 6.6 | 77 | 11 | 37% |
| September | 18.7°C | 10.2°C | 4.8 | 74 | 11 | 7% |
| October | 13.3°C | 5.6°C | 3.5 | 58 | 10 | 0% |
| November | 7.3°C | 1.1°C | 2.3 | 46 | 10 | 0% |
| December | 2.4°C | -3.1°C | 2.0 | 42 | 10 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
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A little more detail
Krakow in April FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Krakow hot in April?
Krakow is cool in April: the average daytime high is 14.1°C and nights average 3.8°C. Roughly 1 in 83 April days reach 25°C.
How much does it rain in Krakow in April?
Krakow sees about 11 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 59 mm of rain in a typical April. The wettest April between 1991 and 2020 was 2001 (136 mm) and the driest was 2009 (6 mm).
How sunny is Krakow in April?
Krakow gets around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day in April out of 13.5 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Krakow compare with the UK in April?
Krakow is on average 0.6°C warmer than London by day in April (14.1°C against 13.5°C).
What is the hottest April on record in Krakow?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day in Krakow reached 27.6°C on 2012-04-30, and the coldest night dropped to -11.0°C on 1993-04-01.
Is Krakow warmer than London in April?
Only slightly during the day. Krakow's average high is 14.1°C, compared with London's 13.5°C, a difference of 0.6°C. That is not a meaningful upgrade if you are travelling mainly for warmth, and Krakow's evenings still need warm clothing.
Is April a good choice for a short break?
Yes, if cool weather and some rain will not spoil your plans. The flight from London takes about 2 h 30 min, making it a short-haul option. Pack for cold evenings and keep outdoor plans flexible rather than expecting reliably warm sunshine.
When should I go instead if I want warmer weather?
June, July and August are better choices for a warmer-weather visit. April is still a cool month in Krakow, despite occasional mild days. Choose it for a break where layers are acceptable, not because you expect summer conditions.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Kraków. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C