Krakow or Prague in September?
On climate data, Prague comes out ahead overall in September. See the per-criterion details below.
KrakowPhoto: Igor123121 · CC BY-SA 4.0
PraguePhoto: Lucas Garron · CC0Key figures in September
| Criterion | Krakow | Prague |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 20 °C | 20 °C |
| Average daily low | 9 °C | 9 °C |
| Rainy days | 11 rainy days (est.) | 10 rainy days (est.) ★ |
| Sun | 4 h/day | 4 h/day |
| Humidity | 73 % | 72 % |
Winner by travel type
Krakow or Prague in September: the short answer
In September, Prague comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Krakow 72/100 vs Prague 77/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on September as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Krakow averages a climate score of 51/100, Prague 55/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in September, side by side
The average daily high is about 20 °C in Krakow and 20 °C in Prague — about the same. Average daily lows are around 9 °C versus 9 °C.
On rain, Krakow sees about 11 rainy days in September and Prague about 10 — drier in Prague. Sunshine is comparable (4 vs 4 hours a day).
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Krakow records roughly 149 rainy days and Prague about 132 — the drier of the two overall is Prague. At their sunniest, Krakow reaches about 7 hours of sun a day (June) and Prague about 7 (June). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Krakow is at its best in June, July, August and September, while Prague peaks in June, July, August and September. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the September scores for each travel style:
City breaks: Prague scores higher in September (Krakow 83 vs Prague 87).
Active & hiking: Prague scores higher in September (Krakow 78 vs Prague 81).
Family: Prague scores higher in September (Krakow 59 vs Prague 66).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In September, Prague leads across every scored category here — the overall score and each travel type — so on the climate data it is the clearer pick this month. Over the year, Prague carries the higher overall climate score. Your own priority (sun, sea, low rain or sightseeing comfort) still matters, and the month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.