What to pack for Prague in August
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 69%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How August compares
Best months in Prague: May–September. See the full best time to visit Prague guide.
Prague in August: the details
In August, Prague sees average daytime highs of 25°C (78°F) and overnight lows of 16°C (60°F). Rainfall totals roughly 99 mm across 13 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.5 hours per day with 14.3 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 69%.
In context: August is the second-warmest month and the wettest in Prague. The sunniest month is June (12.4 h/day).
| Metric | August average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25°C / 78°F |
| Overnight low | 16°C / 60°F |
| Rainfall | 99 mm over 13 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.5 h/day (14.3 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 69% |
| Travel score | 8.6 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Prague, Czechia (50.09, 14.42) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Prague in August?
Daytime highs in Prague in August average 25°C (78°F); nights drop to about 16°C.
Does it rain in Prague in August?
Expect around 13 rainy days and 99 mm of rainfall in August.
Is August a good time to visit Prague?
August is one of the best months to visit Prague. Overall travel score: 8.6/10. The best months are May–September.
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