Czech Republic Prague Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Prague is Excellent
Prague Weather in August — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 24° / 13°
- Rainfall
- 71mm · 11 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Prague in August averages a high of 24°C and low of 13°C with 71mm of rain over about 11 days. Same as July — T-shirts + shorts + light cardigan. Sunglasses. Sunscreen still useful.
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.
Travel score
Peak summer + Korean Liberation Day + max crowds
August Weather at a Glance
Prague in August averages 77°F / 25°C high and 55°F / 13°C low. 7 hours sunshine, 75mm rain, 11 rainy days. Similar heat to July + crowds at peak. Sunrise 5:45 AM, sunset 8:30 PM — daylight 14h 45m.
August Travel Advice
T-shirt + shorts + SPF 30+ + light jacket nights. Letní letná (summer circus + street performers, runs through late August) + Prague Buskers Fest (street performer festival). Wagner Festival Plzeň (classical, 2-hour drive). Hotel rates at yearly peak.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean Liberation Day 5-day + last summer-vacation window — Seoul-Prague $1,440-2,250. Aug 15 week sees biggest jump.
August Pricing Trends
Peak — Old Town 4-star $200-360/night. Mala Strana 5-star $395-735.
Prague August Weather Stats
Avg High
24°C
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
Air Quality
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
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
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
13.7°C
3.3°C
11/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current23.3°C
12.3°C
12.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13°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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Prague August Hotel Picks
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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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.