01Weather
Prague weather in February
Afternoons in February average 7.0 °C (45 °F) and nights cool to 0.1 °C (32 °F). The month brings about 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain spread over roughly 7 days. Compared with January it is 2.9 °C warmer; March is 3.8 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical February | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 12 °C / 54 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 2 °C / 35 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | -6 °C / 20 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 13.5 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 23 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest February day 2016–2025 | 15.5 °C / -14.5 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 February | 07:35 | 16:55 | 9.3 h |
| 15 February | 07:12 | 17:20 | 10.1 h |
| 28 February | 06:47 | 17:42 | 10.9 h |
Daylight grows by about 96 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Prague).
03Crowds
How busy Prague is in February
quiet The main sights are quiet in February. What drives it:
- Czech spring school holidays rotate
- Masopust carnival
- cheapest hotels
04Public holidays
Public holidays in February 2027
No public holidays in Czech Republic fall in February, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Prague in February
Every year in February
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Masopust carnival | February, Žižkov and Letná | festival |
07Packing
What to pack for Prague in February
- a winter coat, gloves and a hat
- thermal layer for early mornings
- waterproof shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- gloves: frost on about 14 mornings
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
February is the coldest month, with afternoons around 7 °C and nights near minus three, sometimes with snow on the rooftops, and Masopust carnival brings masked parades to Žižkov and Letná on the weekend before Lent. Czech school holidays rotate through the regions, but international visitors are scarce. It is the best month for the museums and for beer halls without a wait, and hotel rates stay at winter levels.
Daylight grows from nine to over ten and a half hours. The Prague Zoo and the Castle gardens are open but bare. The Febiofest film festival begins in March. Rain or snow falls on about seven days. For the first spring-like days and the Easter markets, see March; prices stay low until Easter week.
09Compare
Prague month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4 °C | -1 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| February | 7 °C | 0 °C | 7 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 11 °C | 2 °C | 7 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 15 °C | 4 °C | 9 | – | busy | Good |
| May | 19 °C | 8 °C | 11 | – | very busy | Good |
| June | 25 °C | 14 °C | 11 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 26 °C | 15 °C | 10 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 26 °C | 15 °C | 10 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 21 °C | 11 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 15 °C | 7 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Good |
| November | 8 °C | 2 °C | 7 | – | quiet | Good |
| December | 5 °C | 0 °C | 8 | – | busy | Mixed |
Not sure about February? See the best time to visit Prague.
10Elsewhere
February in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Budapest in February | 8 °C | 12 |
| Venice in February | 10 °C | 7 |
| Copenhagen in February | 5 °C | – |
| Amsterdam in February | 8 °C | 12 |
| Paris in February | 10 °C | 11 |
| Rome in February | 15 °C | 9 |
11FAQ
Prague in February: your questions
Is February a good time to visit Prague?
February is a good month to visit Prague. Daytime highs average 7 °C (45 °F), rain falls on about 7 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are quiet.
What is the weather like in Prague in February?
Expect cold days around 7 °C (45 °F) and nights near 0 °C (32 °F). One February in ten brings afternoons above 12 °C, and one in ten stays below 2 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Prague in February?
February brings about 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain over roughly 7 days, which is fairly dry by Prague standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 23 percent.
What should I wear in Prague in February?
Pack a winter coat, gloves and a hat, thermal layer for early mornings, waterproof shoes.
Is Prague crowded in February?
The main sights are quiet in February. Main drivers: Czech spring school holidays rotate; Masopust carnival; cheapest hotels.
What time does it get dark in Prague in February?
Around the middle of February the sun sets at about 17:20 and rises at 07:12, giving 10.1 hours of daylight.