Prague · May
Low seasonCzech Republic · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 3° (37°)-6– (21–)11 (52) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)12 (54) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)5– (41–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)10– (50–)27 (81) | 23° (73°)15– (59–)30 (86) | 25° (77°)17– (63–)33 (91) | 25° (77°)16– (61–)31 (88) | 20° (68°)12– (54–)28 (82) | 14° (57°)6– (43–)21 (70) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)15 (59) | 4° (39°)-5– (23–)11 (52) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -2° (28°)-11– (12–)6 (43) | -2° (28°)-9– (16–)5 (41) | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)7 (45) | 5° (41°)-3– (27–)10 (50) | 9° (48°)1– (34–)14 (57) | 13° (55°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)19 (66) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)18 (64) | 11° (52°)3– (37–)16 (61) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)12 (54) | 2° (36°)-4– (25–)8 (46) | -1° (30°)-9– (16–)6 (43) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 2 | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 2h UV 1 |
🌧Rain Days | 4d41mm (1.6") | 3d36mm (1.4") | 4d25mm (1.0") | 4d29mm (1.1") | 7d63mm (2.5") | 8d74mm (2.9") | 7d72mm (2.8") | 8d78mm (3.1") | 4d39mm (1.5") | 5d35mm (1.4") | 4d26mm (1.0") | 4d31mm (1.2") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
May in Prague at 19°C (66°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are July and August.
Daytime highs average 19°C (66°F), cooling to 9°C (48°F) at night (daily average: 14°C (57°F)). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 1°C (34°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 63 mm (2.5 in) total.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Events & Festivals
- Prague Spring International Music Festival12 May to 3 June
One of Europe's oldest classical music festivals, founded in 1946. It traditionally opens on 12 May, the anniversary of Smetana's death, with his symphonic cycle "Má vlast".
Packing list for Prague in May
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Prague?
- May is not an optimal month for Prague (Score: 61/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider July and August.
- How warm is it in Prague in May?
- In May, Prague sees daily highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights cool to 9°C (48°F), with a daily average of 14°C (57°F). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 1°C (34°F).
- How much rain falls in Prague in May?
- In May, Prague receives an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Prague get in May?
- Prague averages 7 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
