Vienna vs Krakow

Vienna and Krakow are closely matched in January. 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.

Vienna is on the cooler side at 3°C, requiring warmer clothing. Krakow is cooler at 1°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Krakow is the stronger choice in January. Vienna receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Vienna reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to -3°C (27°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Krakow averages 1°C (34°F) for the high and -11°C (12°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°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 January.

Vienna receives approximately 35 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Krakow sees 33 mm over 3 rain days. That makes Krakow the drier option by 5 rain days and 2 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.