Czech Weather

The czech Republic and Prague enjoy a continental weather pattern with cold winters and hot summers.  The best time to vacation in Prague is May thru September as the weather is just right and the city is not too crowded.  This rainy and sunny city is enjoyable year round but depending on the conditions you prefer you can find the right time for your visit and enjoy the city in the season you prefer.

If you get the chance to visit Prague in the autumn season, you will enjoy beautiful views of the trees changing and beautiful lighting.  Some say the wintertime is the most beautiful if you are lucky enough to see the building with snow caps though snow is not a sure thing. You will want to pack a variety of clothes as it may be colder or warmer than you are expecting.  Prepare yourself for rain and possibly thunderstorms as they are regular happenings in Prague weather.  Bring along foot wear and an umbrella so you can continue your tour of the city uninterrupted and see how beautiful it looks in the rain.

When you’re are planning your trip you can get daily updates online on the expected forecast so you can prepare accordingly.  The summer temperature ranges from fifty-four degrees Fahrenheit to seventy-two degrees Fahrenheit during June to August but these are the wettest months usually.  You may see long hot days that end with a surprising thunderstorm that can be heavy. 

If you are planning a summer visit make sure your hotel comes with air conditioning.  Most of the restaurants and clubs are installing air-conditioning units so summer is a bit more tolerable. There are plenty of public parks available with lots of shade trees to cool down under.  There are many sites online that offer personal stories of tourists and what clothing they brought, what works and what doesn’t.  With the growing popularity of prague there is plenty of advice for tourists on all aspects of prague weather and all other topics you will find helpful.  Take full advantage of these sites as people who have just toured the cities are often the best guides.

As with any other tourist destination you can plan ahead to find that the weather is different than expected.  Prague weather is pretty steady but even on hot days you may need a light jacket at night if you are not used to the climate.  The winters can be bitterly cold for people who are not used to rough winters so plan to dress very warm and you can always remove some layers.  Luckily with visits to Prague you can generally count on moderate weather with some fun surprises and if you think ahead you can plan for any contingency.