Weather in Krakow in March

How March compares

March is the 8th warmest month of the year in Krakow and ranks 134th of 134 destinations we compare for March - see where else is hot in March. Against London's average high of 10.5°C in March, Krakow is 2.7°C cooler by day and 4.2°C cooler at night.

Daytime and night-time in March

The typical March day in Krakow peaks at 7.8°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 14.6°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average -0.9°C; one night in ten drops to -5.9°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest March day here reached 19.7°C (2019-03-17) and the coldest night -16.6°C (2004-03-06).

Rain in March

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 12 days with 1 mm or more, 52 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest March was 2000 with 104 mm, the driest 1991 with 18 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 3.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:54 and sets about 17:45 local time in mid-March. Average cloud cover is 67%.

Is March a good time to visit Krakow?

March is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Krakow on our scoring are August, July, June.

Pack for cold rather than spring warmth

The main catch is the gap between a tolerable afternoon and a cold evening. Krakow's average daytime high is 7.8°C, compared with London's 10.5°C in March, so pack for something colder than the London average. A warm coat, layers, gloves and closed shoes are sensible choices, especially if you plan to stay out after dark. Milder spells are possible: the warmest 10% of days reach 14.6°C or more, making removable layers useful. Treat that as a welcome bonus rather than the basis of your packing. Put longer outdoor stretches in the daytime and keep evening plans comfortable without relying on sitting outside.

Keep outdoor plans flexible

Rain is a practical consideration rather than a reason to rule March out. About 12 days have measurable rain, so a waterproof outer layer and shoes that can cope with wet pavements are useful. That figure does not mean it rains all day on those days, but it does argue against an itinerary that depends entirely on dry weather. There are about 11.6 hours of daylight, with only 3.8 hours of sunshine on average: daylight gives you room to plan, but bright skies are not assured. Keep outdoor plans flexible enough to take advantage of dry spells, with indoor alternatives when the weather turns less comfortable.