May 2 is generally a great time to visit Krakow. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 19°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Krakow right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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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 May 2
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18.5°C. 23% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Krakow in May
Based on historical data for May 2, Krakow typically experiences temperatures between 7.7°C and 18.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Krakow
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
18.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
23%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
60%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Krakow Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 88% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.9°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Poland
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~156
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Krakow
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:16
☀️ Noon
11:38
🌇 Sunset
19:00
⏱️ Daylight
14h 44m
Wind Speed
15.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
70%
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
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
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 May 2 averages 18.5°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 91/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Krakow Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Krakow Worth Visiting on May 2?
Planning a trip to Krakow on May 2? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 18.5°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 156 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 May 2 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.3°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 5.6°C in 2020.