Czech Republic Prague Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Prague is Good
October is Good for Prague.
October is full autumn. Daytime 13°C, nighttime 5°C, less rainfall than spring. Petřín Hill + Vyšehrad at peak autumn color around October 15-25.
Signal Festival (mid-October) projects light + digital art installations onto Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and historic squares. Free outdoor festival, 4 evenings. The canonical autumn Prague evening event.
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Prague October Weather Stats
Avg High
13°C
Avg Low
5°C
Rainy Days
9
32mm total
Sunshine
3.8h
Daily avg
Humidity
79%
Comfortable
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 26
Sea Temp
12°C
Cool
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
12°C
Nighttime
3°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Peak autumn color in Prague parks
- Signal Festival light + digital art
- Hotel rates moderate
Cons
- DST ends — earlier sunsets
- Variable cold + warm days
- Tourist sites still busy weekends
October Events & Festivals
- Signal Festival (mid-October, light + digital art across Prague)
- Daylight Saving ends last Sunday October
- Hotel rates moderate
Prague in October — Full Picture
October is full autumn. Daytime 13°C, nighttime 5°C, less rainfall than spring. Petřín Hill + Vyšehrad at peak autumn color around October 15-25.
Signal Festival (mid-October) projects light + digital art installations onto Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and historic squares. Free outdoor festival, 4 evenings. The canonical autumn Prague evening event.
Daylight Saving ends last Sunday October — sunset jumps from 18:00 to 17:00. Plan outdoor activities for early afternoon. Indoor culture (concerts, museums, beer halls) becomes center stage.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Autumn jacket + wool sweater + scarf. Long pants + closed shoes. Waterproof jacket. DST ends last Sunday October.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
13.7°C
3.3°C
11/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
23.3°C
12.3°C
12.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current13°C
5.3°C
10.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
2°C
-3°C
12/mo
Prague Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1° | -4° | 13d·23mm | 1.7h | 82% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 3° | -3° | 11d·22mm | 2.8h | 78% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | -1° | 11d·30mm | 4.4h | 73% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 14° | 3° | 10d·27mm | 5.7h | 67% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 19° | 8° | 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 |
| September (Best) | 20° | 10° | 10d·41mm | 5.5h | 73% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 13° | 5° | 9d·32mm | 3.8h | 79% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 6° | 1° | 12d·32mm | 1.7h | 84% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 2° | -2° | 12d·25mm | 1.6h | 84% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Prague?
Prague in October is Good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Prague in October?
Prague October averages a high of 13°C and a low of 5°C.
Does it rain much in Prague in October?
Prague October averages 32mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Prague in October?
Autumn jacket + wool sweater + scarf. Long pants + closed shoes. Waterproof jacket. DST ends last Sunday October.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Prague in October?
Prague October sunrise is 07:23 and sunset is 18:10, with 10h 47m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Prague in October?
Prague October air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Prague in October?
In October, Prague is great for Signal Festival light + digital art, Prague Castle autumn, Petřín Hill foliage.
Is October peak season in Prague?
Prague October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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