August weather forecast
Kraków, Poland

As August arrives in Kraków, Poland, despite the temperatures barely shifting from July, the hints of approaching fall start to appear. The summer basks in its own warmth, yet leaves the city with a sense of longing for the cooler days. The festive spirit is still in the air, with the long daylight hours promising endless opportunities for sightseeing and cultural experiences. The monsoonal charm fades slightly with reduced rainfall, but Kraków continues to bask in the summer’s glory.

Temperature

The weather during August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.7°C (74.7°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. In August, Kraków records an average nighttime temperature of 13.2°C (55.8°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Kraków, in August, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 74mm (2.91") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147 rainfall days, and 670mm (26.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 20:22. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 19:26 CEST.

Sunshine

In Kraków, the average sunshine in August is 5.9h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.