February in Prague averages highs of 7 °C (44 °F) and lows of -1 °C (30 °F), with about 6 rainy days and 9 h 60 min of daylight.
February weather in Prague at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is February a good time to visit Prague?
Tough month: cold and some rain. February is usually low season in Prague: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper.
Our rule: a month scores 2 points for comfortable average highs of 18–28 °C (1 point for 14–18 or 28–32 °C) and 2 points for 5 or fewer rainy days (1 point for 6–10). Average highs above 35 °C or below 8 °C make it a tough month whatever the rain. A rainy day here means 2 mm of rain or more. 4 points = great, 3 = good, 2 = mixed, 0–1 = tough.
Holidays and events in February 2026
No public holidays fall in February 2026 in Czechia, so opening hours should be normal.
Things to do in Prague in February
With cold days in February, here are the indoor picks first, then the outdoor ones for drier spells.
- Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral — half a day indoors
- Jewish Quarter (Josefov) — synagogues and the old cemetery indoors
- Charles Bridge — at sunrise, before the crowds outdoors
- Old Town Square and the Astronomical Clock — on the hour outdoors
- Letná Park and beer garden — best view of the bridges outdoors
- Vyšehrad — quiet fortress on the river outdoors
Where to stay: Old Town or Malá Strana for sights; Vinohrady or Karlín for value and cafés.
What to pack for Prague in February
- A warm winter coat, hat and gloves: it rarely gets above 7 °C (44 °F).
- Comfortable walking shoes.
What a day in Prague costs
| Budget traveller | Mid-range | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical total per person, per day | €45–100 | €120–250 |
Excluding flights. February is usually low season in Prague: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper.
February in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna | 8° / 0° | 6 | Tough month |
| Berlin | 6° / 0° | 8 | Tough month |
| Munich | 7° / -2° | 9 | Tough month |
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FAQ
Is February a good time to visit Prague?
By the numbers, February is a tough month: cold and some rain, with average highs of 7 °C (44 °F) and about 6 rainy days. February is usually low season in Prague: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper. The best months for weather are May, June, July, August, September.
How warm is Prague in February?
Average highs are 7 °C (44 °F) and lows -1 °C (30 °F) (2015–2024 averages).
Does it rain a lot in Prague in February?
Expect about 6 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 41 mm in total. It is the 2nd driest month of the year in Prague.
Sources: climate averages from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5 reanalysis, 2015–2024); sea temperatures from the Open-Meteo marine API (2023–2024); public holidays from Nager.Date. Daylight is calculated for the 15th of the month. Averages are a guide, not a forecast. Costs are typical ranges per person per day, excluding flights.