PlanoPlanoApril to May and September to October offer the ideal Prague experience. Spring brings music festivals and blooming gardens, while autumn delivers stunning foliage against Gothic architecture with fewer crowds and lower prices.
| Month | Temp | Rain | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C | 20mm | Low | Budget |
| February | 1°C | 20mm | Low | Budget |
| March | 5°C | 25mm | Medium | Budget |
| AprilBest | 10°C | 35mm | Medium | Moderate |
| MayBest | 15°C | 60mm | High | Moderate |
| June | 18°C | 65mm | High | Expensive |
| July | 20°C | 65mm | High | Expensive |
| August | 20°C | 60mm | High | Expensive |
| SeptemberBest | 16°C | 40mm | Medium | Moderate |
| OctoberBest | 10°C | 30mm | Medium | Moderate |
| November | 5°C | 25mm | Low | Budget |
| December | 1°C | 25mm | High | Expensive |
Prague awakens with temperatures rising from 5°C to 15°C. Cherry blossoms frame Prague Castle and the Charles Bridge sees fewer crowds than summer. The Prague Spring music festival in May is world-class.
Warm (18-20°C) and bustling with long daylight hours for exploring. Beer gardens along the Vltava River are packed. July and August bring peak crowds to Charles Bridge and Old Town Square.
September and October deliver golden autumn light over the red rooftops with comfortable 10-16°C temperatures. Crowds thin dramatically and prices drop. November gets cold but remains a good museum month.
Cold (0-5°C) with occasional snow dusting the medieval skyline. Christmas markets at Old Town Square are world-famous. January and February are very affordable but short on daylight.
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Plan my Prague tripJuly and August see the highest tourist numbers on Charles Bridge and at Prague Castle. December is another peak due to Christmas markets. Hotels in Old Town triple in price during these periods.
January through March offers rock-bottom prices on accommodation. Prague is one of Europe's most affordable capitals, and winter makes it even cheaper.
May and September provide the best conditions for walking tours, Petrin Hill hikes, and river cruises with pleasant 15-16°C temperatures and manageable sun.