Prague · May
Low seasonCzech Republic · Europe
Max Temp
18.4°C
Min Temp
8.2°C
Sunshine
7 h/day
Rain Days
7 days
Rainfall
62.6 mm
Humidity
70%
Avg Temp
13.4°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
May in Prague at 18°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are July and August.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 18°C, cooling to 8°C at night (daily average: 13°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 63 mm total.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Events & Festivals
- Prague Spring International Music Festival12. Mai bis 3. Juni
Einer der ältesten Klassikfestivals Europas, gegründet 1946. Traditionell eröffnet mit Smetanas sinfonischem Zyklus „Má vlast" und endet am Jahrestag von Mozarts Tod mit Don Giovanni.
Packing list for Prague in May
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
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 18°C. Nights cool to 8°C, with a daily average of 13°C.
- How much rain falls in Prague in May?
- In May, Prague receives an average of 63 mm 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.
