Late winter · Weather & things to do
Prague in February
Prague sees its driest month, with just 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain or snow, highs of 39°F (4°C) and lows of 25°F (-4°C).
With a comfort score of 44/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 39°F (4°C)
- Avg low
- 25°F (-4°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.3 in (32 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What February feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 39°F (4°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Average lows of 25°F (-4°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect about 1.3 in (32 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 79%.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – September.
- Comfort holds steady from January (42 → 44/100).
- Our Prague, Vienna & Budapest route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 25°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 February
With highs near 39°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Jewish Museum in Prague
Synagogues and the Old Jewish Cemetery in Josefov, on one combined ticket.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 39°F.
Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock
Main square with Týn Church and the medieval clock that performs on the hour.
Why now A way to spend part of a cold day out of the wind.
Café Louvre
Grand first-floor café open since 1902, once frequented by Kafka and Einstein.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 39°F.
Lokál Dlouhá
Long beer hall serving tank Pilsner Urquell and Czech classics like svíčková.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Petřín Hill
Wooded hill with orchards, a lookout tower and views over the red roofs.
Nearby in February
- Dresden in February~74 mi · highs 39°F, 1.6 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Vienna in February~156 mi · highs 41°F, 1.5 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Nuremberg in February~156 mi · highs 39°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bamberg in February~158 mi · highs 39°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · 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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Prague?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 44/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May – September. Expect highs of 39°F (4°C) and 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain or snow. Our Prague, Vienna & Budapest route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Prague in February?
Average highs are 39°F (4°C) and average lows 25°F (-4°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Prague in February?
Not much: about 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 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 February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 25°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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