Warsaw vs Krakow

Warsaw and Krakow are closely matched in March. 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 7°C, requiring warmer clothing. Krakow is cooler at 11°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Krakow is the stronger choice in March. Warsaw receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Warsaw reaches an average high of 7°C (45°F) and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Krakow averages 11°C (52°F) for the high and -1°C (30°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Warsaw receives approximately 43 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Krakow sees 50 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Krakow the drier option by 6 rain days and 7 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.