Verdict: Tough month
Prague Weather in January
January is properly cold in Prague, with highs of only 4°C (39°F). Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Prague outside January.
Average high
4°C / 39°F
Average low
-1°C / 30°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
41 mm
What to pack for Prague in January
- Full winter kit — insulated coat, gloves, warm hat
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Prague: Jul (26°C / 79°F) · Coolest: Jan (4°C / 39°F) · Wettest: Feb (~14 rain days)
4°
-1°
Jan
7°
0°
Feb
11°
1°
Mar
14°
4°
Apr
19°
9°
May
25°
14°
Jun
26°
16°
Jul
25°
16°
Aug
21°
12°
Sep
16°
7°
Oct
8°
2°
Nov
5°
0°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)