December weather forecast
Kraków, Poland

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The cathedral building in main square Kraków, Poland, with the surrounding town structures
The cathedral building in main square Kraków, Poland, with the surrounding town structures

Weather in December

Wrapping up the year in Kraków brings forth the captivating charm of winter, with temperatures plunging to -3.6°C (25.5°F) and scarcely climbing over 1.8°C (35.2°F). Echoing January, December reinstates the cold extremes, sealing the year with a frigid end. The snow-filled vistas and the city lit up in holiday decorations makes this weather seem all the more magical. With daylight reduced to a minimal 8.2 hours and the frequent snow showers, the days are best spent curled up indoors, witnessing the mesmerizing winter wonderland.

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 6.5°C (43.7°F) in November to a wintry 1.8°C (35.2°F). Throughout December, Kraków registers a consistent average low-temperature of -3.6°C (25.5°F).

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Kraków.

Rainfall

In Kraków, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kraków, there are 147 rainfall days, and 670mm (26.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 15:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 15:47 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Kraków, Poland, with an average of 1.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 1.8°C (35.2°F) and -3.6°C (25.5°F) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Kraków?

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Kraków, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kraków, Poland.

How many hours of daylight does Kraków have in December?

In Kraków, the average day length in December is 8h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 15:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 15:47 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kraków have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 1.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kraków are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in December
Kraków, Poland

Average temperature in December - Kraków, Poland
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.9°C).

Average humidity in December
Kraków, Poland

Average humidity in December - Kraków, Poland
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Kraków, Poland

Average rainfall in December - Kraków, Poland
  • Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (33mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kraków, Poland

Average rainfall days in December - Kraków, Poland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kraków, Poland

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kraków, Poland
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 6min).

Average UV index in December
Kraków, Poland

Average UV index in December - Kraków, Poland
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Kraków, Poland

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