Prague, Prague Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Prague, Prague gets 997 mm of precipitation a year over about 187 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 19°C) and January the coldest (average low -6°C).

Prague climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Prague, Prague has mild summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -1°C in January to 19°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and August, when daytime highs sit near 18°C.

How much rain does Prague get?

Prague gets 997 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 187 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 92% of Germany.

July is the wettest month, with 104 mm. April is the driest, with 54 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 19.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to April 16, 2025.

Prague weather by month

Prague weather in January

In January, Prague averages a high of -1°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 88 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The January record high is 14°C (1993) and the record low is -26°C (1987).

Prague weather in February

In February, Prague averages a high of -1°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The February record high is 15°C (2021) and the record low is -22°C (1991).

Prague weather in March

In March, Prague averages a high of 3°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The March record high is 18°C (2021) and the record low is -18°C (1987).

Prague weather in April

In April, Prague averages a high of 9°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The April record high is 23°C (2012) and the record low is -11°C (1986).

Prague weather in May

In May, Prague averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The May record high is 26°C (2005) and the record low is -7°C (1978).

Prague weather in June

In June, Prague averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The June record high is 34°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Prague weather in July

In July, Prague averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 104 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The July record high is 31°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (1998).

Prague weather in August

In August, Prague averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 103 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 31°C (2003) and the record low is 3°C (1987). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Prague weather in September

In September, Prague averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The September record high is 27°C (2015) and the record low is -2°C (1993).

Prague weather in October

In October, Prague averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The October record high is 23°C (2022) and the record low is -9°C (2003).

Prague weather in November

In November, Prague averages a high of 3°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The November record high is 17°C (2022) and the record low is -14°C (1998).

Prague weather in December

In December, Prague averages a high of 0°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The December record high is 14°C (2006) and the record low is -20°C (2009).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Prague

July is the sunniest month in Prague, with sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 19%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. Prague is sunnier than 81% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in November at 84% and is lowest in April at 62%.

First and last freeze in Prague

The first fall freeze in Prague typically comes around October 13, and the last spring freeze around May 5. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 161 days.

Prague weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Prague station is 34°C, on June 28, 2026. The coldest is -26°C, on January 12, 1987.

The wettest day on record brought 87 mm of rain, on May 22, 1981.

42 all-time records have been set at the station since 1971.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1971.

The best time to visit Prague

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and August, when daytime highs sit near 18°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -1°C and lows near -5°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near 2°C.

Summer (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 10°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near 3°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January88 mm1981%26%14°-26°
February65 mm1676%29%15°-22°
March77 mm1765%42%18°-18°
April54 mm1362%39%23°-11°
May84 mm1564%36%26°-7°
June99 mm1565%37%34°
July104 mm1562%43%31°
August103 mm1467%39%31°
September82 mm1371%43%27°-2°
October80 mm1678%30%23°-9°
November77 mm1684%25%17°-14°
December84 mm1983%19%14°-20°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Prague climate questions

How much rain does Prague get?

Prague gets 997 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 187 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Prague?

July is the wettest month in Prague, with 104 mm. April is the driest, with 54 mm.

How many rainy days does Prague have a year?

Prague has about 187 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 19.

What is the hottest month in Prague?

July is the warmest month in Prague, with an average high of 19°C.

What is the coldest month in Prague?

January is the coldest month in Prague, with an average low of -6°C.

What is the record high temperature in Prague?

The record high at the Prague station is 34°C, set on June 28, 2026. The record low is -26°C, on January 12, 1987.

What is the sunniest month in Prague?

July is the sunniest month in Prague, with sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Prague?

The first fall freeze in Prague typically comes around October 13. The last spring freeze is around May 5.

What is the best time to visit Prague?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and August, when daytime highs sit near 18°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station ZINNWALD-GEORGENFELD (86 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station ZINNWALD-GEORGENFELD.