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Best time to visit Prague: month by month
Short answer
May, June and September are the best months, with average highs of about 19–25°C and long days. July and August are the warmest (about 24–26°C) but the most crowded and expensive. January and February are cold (highs of about 4–6°C, lows near −1 to −2°C) but cheapest and quietest.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4°C | -1°C | 14 | low |
| Feb | 6°C | -2°C | 13 | low |
| Mar | 10°C | 0°C | 10 | medium |
| Apr | 12°C | 2°C | 12 | high |
| May | 19°C | 9°C | 11 | very high |
| Jun | 25°C | 14°C | 11 | very high |
| Jul | 26°C | 15°C | 12 | very high |
| Aug | 24°C | 15°C | 14 | very high |
| Sep | 21°C | 11°C | 8 | high |
| Oct | 17°C | 7°C | 10 | high |
| Nov | 8°C | 2°C | 11 | medium |
| Dec | 5°C | -1°C | 14 | high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
March starts cool at about 10°C, April reaches about 12°C and May about 19°C, with blossom on Petřín. Crowds grow from Easter.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Highs of about 24–26°C and lows of 14–15°C, with 11–14 rainy days a month, often short thunderstorms. Beer gardens are open but the centre is very busy.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September is pleasant at about 21°C, October about 17°C with autumn colours; November drops to about 8°C and turns grey.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Highs of about 4–6°C and lows around −1 to −2°C, with about 13–14 rainy or snowy days in December and January. The Christmas markets make December busy; January and February are quiet.
Events worth planning around
- Prague Spring International Music Festival (mid-May to early June)
- Easter markets on Old Town Square (March or April)
- Signal light festival (October)
- Christmas markets on Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square (late November to early January)
When to avoid
July and August if you dislike crowds and high hotel prices, as the Charles Bridge and the Castle are packed all day. New Year's Eve is very busy and noisy, with fireworks and inflated prices.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Prague?
May, June and September, with highs of about 19–25°C. September is often the best balance of weather and crowds.
Is Prague worth visiting in winter?
Yes, if you dress for the cold. December has the Christmas markets; January and February are the cheapest and quietest months, with highs of about 4–6°C.
When are the Prague Christmas markets?
Usually from late November to early January, on Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square. Check the exact dates for your year.