December 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Krakow. With minimal rain risk (13%) and pleasant highs of 3°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Krakow—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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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 December 16
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 2.6°C. 13% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Krakow in December
Based on historical data for December 16, Krakow typically experiences temperatures between -2.5°C and 2.6°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (13% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Krakow
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
2.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-2.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-1.4°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
13%
Avg 0.7mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.5 cm
~13% chance
Pressure
1021 hPa
High volatility
Krakow Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 91% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
0.3°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😣 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Poland
Flight Traffic
Moderate
46/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~72
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Krakow
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:34
☀️ Noon
11:37
🌇 Sunset
15:39
⏱️ Daylight
8h 5m
Wind Speed
15.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
3.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
85%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Krakow
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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 December 16 averages 2.6°C with a 13% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 34/100."
— 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 December 16?
Planning a trip to Krakow on December 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 2.6°C with a 13% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 72 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 December 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 8.9°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to -10°C in 2018.