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Prague in December
Prague cools off: highs slip to 37°F (3°C), from 46°F in November, with lows of 27°F (-3°C) and about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 42/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 37°F (3°C)
- Avg low
- 27°F (-3°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.6 in (41 mm)
- Humidity
- 93%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~7 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 42/100 · Tough
What December feels like
Highs only reach about 37°F (3°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Average lows of 27°F (-3°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect about 1.6 in (41 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because nights fall well below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 83%.
Daylight is short, roughly 7 h 52 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – September.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 27°F.
- Snow becomes likely from December, so check road and trail conditions.
- Shortest days of the year, about 7 h 52 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 51/100 in November to 42/100.
- Our Prague, Vienna & Budapest route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 27°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Prague in December
With highs near 37°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Charles Bridge
14th-century stone bridge lined with 30 Baroque statues over the Vltava.
Prague Castle
Vast castle complex with St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace and Golden Lane.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 37°F.
U Fleků
Brewpub pouring its own dark lager since 1499, with a large beer garden.
Petřín Hill
Wooded hill with orchards, a lookout tower and views over the red roofs.
Lokál Dlouhá
Long beer hall serving tank Pilsner Urquell and Czech classics like svíčková.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 37°F.
Nearby in December
- Dresden in December~74 mi · highs 38°F, 2.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Vienna in December~156 mi · highs 39°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Nuremberg in December~156 mi · highs 38°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Bamberg in December~158 mi · highs 38°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Prague in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Prague?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 42/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May – September. Expect highs of 37°F (3°C) and 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain or snow. Our Prague, Vienna & Budapest route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Prague in December?
Average highs are 37°F (3°C) and average lows 27°F (-3°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Prague in December?
Not much: about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain or snow falls across December on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 25.2 in (639 mm).
What should I pack for Prague in December?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 27°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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