What May feels like in Prague
May is late spring in Prague. Daytime temperatures are mild — neither cold nor hot for walking around. Evenings bring a clear drop in temperature, and nights are cool. Humidity is on the high side, but mild temperatures keep it comfortable.
Rain in Prague in May
May is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about one day in 2. Wet days average about 5.4 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. The yearly figure is similar, around 5.2 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in May
Mid-month, Prague gets 15 h 23 min of daylight, from sunrise near 5:17 am to sunset near 8:40 pm. Days are getting longer: 1 h 40 min more daylight than in mid-April. About 69% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How May compares to the rest of the year
May is the 5th warmest month of the year in Prague. Afternoons run 4°C (7.2°F) warmer than in April, with 31 mm more rain. Temperatures keep climbing into June. The next month's average high: 23.5°C (74.3°F).
Who May suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — comfortable for long walks and picnics.
Tips for visiting Prague in May
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Prague in May?
Afternoons average 19.1°C (66.4°F) and nights about 9.1°C (48.4°F) — mild by most people's standards. It is the 5th warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Prague in May?
Quite a lot — 71 mm spread over about 13 days.
What should I wear in Prague in May?
Pack versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is May or June better for visiting Prague?
June, narrowly: it ranks #6 of 12 among Prague's months, against #7 for the other. June is warmer and has fewer rainy days.