Warsaw vs Krakow

Warsaw and Krakow 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.

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

Warsaw reaches an average high of 12°C (54°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Krakow averages 13°C (55°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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.

Warsaw receives approximately 46 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Krakow sees 58 mm over 10 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%.