Vienna vs Krakow

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Vienna edges ahead as the better destination in December. Vienna offers 4 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Krakow sees 3 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Vienna is on the cooler side at 4°C, requiring warmer clothing. Krakow is cooler at 2°C.

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

Vienna reaches an average high of 4°C (39°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Krakow averages 2°C (36°F) for the high and -3°C (27°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Vienna receives approximately 39 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Krakow sees 41 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Vienna the drier option by 1 rain day and 2 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.