What to pack for Prague in May
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 65%; max daily wind around 19 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Prague: May–September. See the full best time to visit Prague guide.
Prague in May: the details
In May, Prague sees average daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) and overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Rainfall totals roughly 78 mm across 12.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.3 hours per day with 15.2 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 65%.
In context: May is the 5th-warmest month and the third-wettest in Prague. The sunniest month is June (12.4 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 19°C / 66°F |
| Overnight low | 9°C / 48°F |
| Rainfall | 78 mm over 12.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.3 h/day (15.2 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 65% |
| Travel score | 8.7 / 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 May?
Daytime highs in Prague in May average 19°C (66°F); nights drop to about 9°C.
Does it rain in Prague in May?
Expect around 12.7 rainy days and 78 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Prague?
May is one of the best months to visit Prague. Overall travel score: 8.7/10. The best months are May–September.
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