August 17 is generally a great time to visit Krakow. While there is a slight chance of rain (20%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 26°C weather. Take advantage of the off-peak calm in Krakow to see the sights without the usual crowds.
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Essential Travel Info for Krakow
Currency
PLN
zł Polish złoty
Language
Polish
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.552
Krakow Weather Forecast for August 17
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 25.5°C. 20% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Krakow in August
Based on historical data for August 17, Krakow typically experiences temperatures between 15.4°C and 25.5°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (20% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Krakow
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
25.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
20%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
49%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.3 hPa
Low volatility
Krakow Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 78% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 09:30
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 21 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 32 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 53 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.8°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Poland
Flight Traffic
Quiet
37/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~58
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Krakow
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:33
☀️ Noon
11:45
🌇 Sunset
18:57
⏱️ Daylight
14h 24m
Wind Speed
13.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Krakow
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Krakow on August 17 averages 25.5°C with a 20% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 99/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Krakow Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Krakow Worth Visiting on August 17?
Planning a trip to Krakow on August 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 25.5°C with a 20% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 58 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Poland, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30.9°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 12.7°C in 2016.