Best Time to Visit Prague
Best time to visit Prague: April, May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Prague
Go in April, May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Prague month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38° | 28° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 44° | 32° | 1,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 36° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 62° | 43° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 69° | 50° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 78° | 59° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 79° | 61° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 80° | 61° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 54° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 46° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 46° | 35° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 40° | 33° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Prague compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Prague.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austria | 156 mi | 54°F | +34°F warmer | 25 in |
| Vienna | 156 mi | 54°F | +34°F warmer | 25 in |
| Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 163 mi | 52°F | about the same | 24 in |
| Vienna International Airport | 167 mi | 55°F | +35°F warmer | 24 in |
| Salzburg | 169 mi | 51°F | about the same | 52 in |
Best time to visit each attraction in Prague
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each airport in Prague
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each unesco world heritage site in Prague
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 68°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Prague is a city in Czechia. Prague is known for Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square. It has a population of about 1.3 million.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in Prague with overcast. It feels like 59°F. Today runs from 57°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 95%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Prague is April, May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 80°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 28°F.
The closest major airport is Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Charles Bridge, Historic Centre of Prague, Brandenburg Gate and Zugspitze.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is 12.8°F below the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Prague today at 9.1/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Prague right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:57 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 67° / 57°
Light showers · 95% rain · wind 12 mph
☁️ 70° / 54°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Prague?
Prague is a city in Czechia. Its coordinates are 50.0755, 14.4378. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Prague right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 73% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Prague?
April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Prague, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Prague in?
Prague observes Europe/Prague (UTC+02:00). The local time is 4:57 PM.
How many people live in Prague?
Prague has a population of approximately 1.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to Prague?
The closest airports are Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), 8 mi away, Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), 163 mi away and Vienna International Airport (VIE), 167 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Prague?
Popular options include Charles Bridge, Historic Centre of Prague, Brandenburg Gate, Zugspitze and Neuschwanstein Castle.
What places are in Prague?
Prague covers 3 places in this atlas, including Charles Bridge, Vaclav Havel Airport Prague and Historic Centre of Prague.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 4:57 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
