December weather forecastKraków, Poland

Weather in December

Wrapping up the year in Kraków brings forth the captivating charm of winter, with temperatures plunging to -3.6°C (25.5°F) and scarcely climbing over 1.8°C (35.2°F). Echoing January, December reinstates the cold extremes, sealing the year with a frigid end. The snow-filled vistas and the city lit up in holiday decorations makes this weather seem all the more magical. With daylight reduced to a minimal 8.2 hours and the frequent snow showers, the days are best spent curled up indoors, witnessing the mesmerizing winter wonderland.

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 6.5°C (43.7°F) in November to a wintry 1.8°C (35.2°F). Throughout December, Kraków registers a consistent average low-temperature of -3.6°C (25.5°F).

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Kraków.

Rainfall

In Kraków, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kraków, there are 147 rainfall days, and 670mm (26.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 15:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 15:47 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Kraków, Poland, with an average of 1.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.