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Prague Weather in August — Climate Guide

August in Prague is Excellent

Avg High
24°C
Avg Low
13°C
Rainy Days
11
Sunshine
7.4h

August is Excellent for Prague.

August is similar to July — 24°C, peak crowds, peak prices. Prague Pride moved from June to early August in 2026 schedule.

Dutch / German / French summer holidays peak. Locals leave Prague for Croatia / Italy / Slovenia — some neighborhood restaurants close 2-3 weeks. Tourist-area restaurants stay open.

Crowds: Very busy Prices: Peak Sea temp: 18°C
9 /10

Travel score

Prague August Weather Stats

Avg High

24°C

-10°
40°
Temperature range

Avg Low

13°C

Rainy Days

11

71mm total

Sunshine

7.4h

Daily avg

Humidity

69%

Comfortable

UV Index

5

Moderate

Wind

10 km/h

Gusts 24

Sea Temp

18°C

Cool

Crowds

Very busy

At attractions

August Sunrise & Sunset

Sunrise
05:50
Day length
14h 28m
Sunset
20:18
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Air Quality

42
AQI
Good
GoodModeratePoorVery poor

PM2.5

14 μg/m³

PM10

28 μg/m³

Status

Good

Feels-Like Temperature & Wind

Feels like

Daytime

24°C

/

Nighttime

12°C

Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.

Wind

10 km/h

Max gust 24 km/h

Activities Recommended for August

Prague Pride parade Vltava cruise Open-air concerts Outdoor terraces Day trips (Karlovy Vary)

August Travel Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Warm weather + long daylight
  • Prague Pride parade
  • Open-air concerts continue

Cons

  • Pride weekend hotels spike
  • Some local restaurants closed for summer holiday
  • Tourist crowds at maximum

August Events & Festivals

  • Prague Pride parade (early August)
  • Hotel rates remain at peak
  • Czech summer holiday — some local restaurants closed

Prague in August — Full Picture

August is similar to July — 24°C, peak crowds, peak prices. Prague Pride moved from June to early August in 2026 schedule.

Dutch / German / French summer holidays peak. Locals leave Prague for Croatia / Italy / Slovenia — some neighborhood restaurants close 2-3 weeks. Tourist-area restaurants stay open.

The trade-off: peak weather + peak crowds + peak prices. For travelers who care about culture + food + architecture over swimming, August is fine. For travelers who want quiet, wait for September.

What to Wear & What to Pack

Same as July — T-shirts + shorts + light cardigan. Sunglasses. Sunscreen still useful.

Packing Checklist

T-shirts + shorts
Light cardigan
Sunglasses + sunscreen
Light rain jacket
Pride outfit if attending

Seasonal Weather Overview

Spring (Mar·Apr·May)

Avg High

13.7°C

Avg Low

3.3°C

Rainy days

11/mo

Busy Peak

Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)

Current
Avg High

23.3°C

Avg Low

12.3°C

Rainy days

12.3/mo

Very busy Peak

Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)

Avg High

13°C

Avg Low

5.3°C

Rainy days

10.3/mo

Moderate Shoulder

Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)

Avg High

2°C

Avg Low

-3°C

Rainy days

12/mo

Moderate Shoulder

Prague Monthly Weather Comparison

Month High Low Rain Sun Humid UV Crowd Price
-4° 13d·23mm 1.7h 82% 1 Quiet Low season
-3° 11d·22mm 2.8h 78% 1 Quiet Low season
-1° 11d·30mm 4.4h 73% 2 Moderate Shoulder
April (Best)
14° 10d·27mm 5.7h 67% 4 Busy Peak
May (Best)
19° 12d·71mm 7.1h 65% 5 Busy Peak
June (Best)
22° 11° 13d·75mm 7.5h 67% 6 Very busy Peak
July (Best)
24° 13° 13d·75mm 7.7h 67% 6 Very busy Peak
August (Best)
24° 13° 11d·71mm 7.4h 69% 5 Very busy Peak
20° 10° 10d·41mm 5.5h 73% 4 Moderate Shoulder
13° 9d·32mm 3.8h 79% 2 Moderate Shoulder
12d·32mm 1.7h 84% 1 Quiet Low season
-2° 12d·25mm 1.6h 84% 1 Busy Peak

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is August a good time to visit Prague?

Prague in August is Excellent. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.

What's the average temperature in Prague in August?

Prague August averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C.

Does it rain much in Prague in August?

Prague August averages 71mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.

What should I wear in Prague in August?

Same as July — T-shirts + shorts + light cardigan. Sunglasses. Sunscreen still useful.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Prague in August?

Prague August sunrise is 05:50 and sunset is 20:18, with 14h 28m of daylight.

What's the air quality like in Prague in August?

Prague August air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.

What activities are recommended in Prague in August?

In August, Prague is great for Prague Pride parade, Vltava cruise, Open-air concerts.

Is August peak season in Prague?

Prague August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.

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