What to pack for Prague in December
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 84%; max daily wind around 18 km/h. Snow falls on about 2.2 days.
How December compares
Best months in Prague: May–September. See the full best time to visit Prague guide.
Prague in December: the details
In December, Prague sees average daytime highs of 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows of 0°C (32°F). Rainfall totals roughly 48 mm across 11.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3.8 hours per day with 7.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 84%.
In context: December is the 11th-warmest month and the 8th-wettest in Prague. The sunniest month is June (12.4 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 5°C / 41°F |
| Overnight low | 0°C / 32°F |
| Rainfall | 48 mm over 11.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3.8 h/day (7.9 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 84% |
| Travel score | 0.9 / 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 December?
Daytime highs in Prague in December average 5°C (41°F); nights drop to about 0°C.
Does it rain in Prague in December?
Expect around 11.3 rainy days and 48 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Prague?
December is a challenging month to visit Prague — consider May–September instead. Overall travel score: 0.9/10. The best months are May–September.
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