Krakow vs Warsaw

Krakow and Warsaw are closely matched in October. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Krakow is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Warsaw is cooler at 12°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Warsaw is the stronger choice in October. Krakow receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Krakow reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Warsaw averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 6°C (43°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in October.

Krakow receives approximately 58 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Warsaw sees 46 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Warsaw the drier option by 1 rain day and 12 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.