What to pack for Prague in January
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 81%; max daily wind around 21 km/h. Snow falls on about 4.3 days.
How January compares
Best months in Prague: May–September. See the full best time to visit Prague guide.
Prague in January: the details
In January, Prague sees average daytime highs of 4°C (40°F) and overnight lows of -1°C (30°F). Rainfall totals roughly 43 mm across 11.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3.9 hours per day with 8.3 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 81%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 10th-wettest in Prague. The sunniest month is June (12.4 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 4°C / 40°F |
| Overnight low | -1°C / 30°F |
| Rainfall | 43 mm over 11.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3.9 h/day (8.3 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 81% |
| Travel score | 0.4 / 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 January?
Daytime highs in Prague in January average 4°C (40°F); nights drop to about -1°C.
Does it rain in Prague in January?
Expect around 11.8 rainy days and 43 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Prague?
January is a challenging month to visit Prague — consider May–September instead. Overall travel score: 0.4/10. The best months are May–September.
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