Experience the charm of Prague, where Gothic spires meet vibrant weather shifts. The best time to visit is from May to September, with temperatures ranging between 15°C (59°F) and 22°C (72°F). Interestingly, Prague averages 600mm of rainfall annually, making it ideal for a leisurely boat ride along the Vltava River during a drizzle. Don't miss this magical perspective that blends the city's history with its unpredictable weather.
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Prague Climate & Weather Averages
Prague records its highest temperatures in July — typically 26°C by day — and its lowest in January, around 4°C. Most rain falls in August; March stays driest. These averages are computed from ten years of daily records (2015–2024).
Few cities change character with the calendar like Prague. Summer is genuinely warm (26°C average highs in July); winter is genuinely cold (4°C by day in January, -2°C at night), and white: expect snowfall on roughly 32 days a year, mostly from November to April. Pack for the season, not the destination.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainfall | Sunshine (h/day) | Wind (km/h) | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4° | -2° | 40 mm | 4 | 20 | 11 |
| Feb | 7° | -1° | 40 mm | 5.8 | 20 | 6 |
| Mar | 10° | 1° | 37 mm | 7.7 | 19 | 4 |
| Apr | 15° | 4° | 40 mm | 9.6 | 19 | 2 |
| May | 20° | 9° | 67 mm | 10.7 | 18 | — |
| Jun | 25° | 14° | 75 mm | 12.3 | 17 | — |
| Jul | 26° | 16° | 61 mm | 12.4 | 17 | — |
| Aug | 26° | 16° | 81 mm | 10.8 | 16 | — |
| Sep | 21° | 12° | 57 mm | 9.1 | 16 | — |
| Oct | 15° | 7° | 53 mm | 6.4 | 17 | — |
| Nov | 8° | 2° | 44 mm | 4.3 | 17 | 3 |
| Dec | 5° | 0° | 46 mm | 3.9 | 18 | 6 |
A warming climate: The long record shows it plainly: in the 1950s a typical July day in Prague topped out near 24°C; in the last decade it reached 26°C — +2.6°C warmer.
Expect around 12.4 hours of sun a day at the July peak, against about 3.9 hours in December. Wind stays moderate most of the year, strongest in January with daily peaks near 20 km/h.
Best time to visit: Aim for June–September if you can: highs hover near 24°C and rain is lighter than the August peak. Pack strictly by season: summer calls for light layers, winter for a serious coat, hat, and gloves.
Prague weather — frequently asked questions
What is the sunniest month in Prague?
July, with roughly 12.4 hours of sunshine a day on average over 2015–2024. The dimmest month is December, at about 3.9 hours.
When is the best time to visit Prague?
Weather-wise, June–September is the sweet spot in Prague: average daytime highs around 24°C with less rain than the August peak. Data from 2015–2024.
What is the rainiest month in Prague?
August is on average the wettest month in Prague, with about 81 mm of rainfall. The driest month is typically March, at around 37 mm.
Does it snow in Prague?
Yes. Prague averages about 32 days with snowfall per year, falling mostly between November and April.
How cold are winters in Prague?
January is the coldest month in Prague: daytime highs average just 4°C and nights drop to around -2°C.
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 archive. Averages computed from daily records.