01Weather
Prague weather in October
Afternoons in October average 15.3 °C (60 °F) and nights cool to 6.8 °C (44 °F). The month brings about 42 mm (1.6 in) of rain spread over roughly 8 days. Compared with September it is 6.0 °C cooler; November is 7.6 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical October | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 21 °C / 70 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 10 °C / 50 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 2 °C / 36 °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) | 1.4 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 26 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest October day 2016–2025 | 29.1 °C / -5.7 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 October | 07:02 | 18:41 | 11.6 h |
| 15 October | 07:24 | 18:11 | 10.8 h |
| 31 October | 06:50 | 16:41 | 9.8 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 108 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Prague), including the clock change on the last Sunday of October.
03Crowds
How busy Prague is in October
moderate The main sights are moderate in October. What drives it:
- Signal light festival mid-October
- Czech national holiday on 28 October
- autumn colours
04Public holidays
Public holidays in October 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 28 Oct 2027 | Independent Czechoslovak State Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Prague in October
Every year in October
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Signal Festival | mid-October, light installations | art |
| Czech Statehood Day | 28 October | national |
07Packing
What to pack for Prague in October
- a warm jacket or coat
- scarf for windy evenings
- closed, water-resistant shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
October is cool and golden, with afternoons around 13 °C, the Signal light festival turning the old town into an open-air gallery for four nights mid-month and the Statehood Day holiday on 28 October with ceremonies at the Castle. Fog over the Vltava in the mornings is part of the charm. Prices and crowds drop steadily through the month, and the clocks go back on the last Sunday.
Rain falls on about seven days. Autumn colour peaks in Petřín and the Stromovka park in the second half. The beer gardens close with the first frost. The Prague International Jazz Festival fills the clubs. The Castle's historic buildings switch to winter hours from November. For the quietest and cheapest weeks before Christmas, see November.
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 October? See the best time to visit Prague.
10Elsewhere
October in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Budapest in October | 17 °C | 9 |
| Venice in October | 19 °C | 6 |
| Copenhagen in October | 13 °C | – |
| Amsterdam in October | 15 °C | 11 |
| Paris in October | 17 °C | 12 |
| Rome in October | 23 °C | 6 |
11FAQ
Prague in October: your questions
Is October a good time to visit Prague?
October is a good month to visit Prague. Daytime highs average 15 °C (60 °F), rain falls on about 8 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in Prague in October?
Expect cool days around 15 °C (60 °F) and nights near 7 °C (44 °F). One October in ten brings afternoons above 21 °C, and one in ten stays below 10 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Prague in October?
October brings about 42 mm (1.6 in) of rain over roughly 8 days, which is fairly dry by Prague standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 26 percent.
What should I wear in Prague in October?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is Prague crowded in October?
The main sights are moderate in October. Main drivers: Signal light festival mid-October; Czech national holiday on 28 October; autumn colours.
What time does it get dark in Prague in October?
Around the middle of October the sun sets at about 18:11 and rises at 07:24, giving 10.8 hours of daylight.