Krakow vs Warsaw

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Warsaw edges ahead as the better destination in May. Warsaw offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Krakow sees 10 sunshine hours and 14 rain days.

Krakow sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Warsaw is also comfortable at 19°C.

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

Krakow reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Warsaw averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°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 May.

Krakow receives approximately 90 mm of rainfall across 14 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Warsaw sees 69 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Warsaw the drier option by 2 rain days and 21 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.