Month summary
Prague weather in March
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
1°C – 10°C
🌧 Rainy days
31% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.3h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (8.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Prague in March?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: Not the best window: 31% rain risk and 8.3h of sunshine. June is much safer.
By trip type
Prague in March by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in March
🎯 Quiet period for families — fewer crowds but limited outdoor activities Spring marks the start of the good season in Prague. Temperatures rise (10°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 31% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | -1°C | 3°C | 37% | 1.3 | 4.0h | 3.0/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 0°C | 7°C | 35% | 1.5 | 6.3h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌫️ March | 1°C | 10°C | 31% | 1.1 | 8.3h | 5.1/10 |
| ⛅ April | 4°C | 15°C | 31% | 1.4 | 10.6h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 9°C | 20°C | 38% | 2.1 | 12.0h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 14°C | 25°C | 38% | 2.4 | 13.2h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 16°C | 26°C | 38% | 2.1 | 12.8h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 15°C | 26°C | 34% | 2.5 | 12.1h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 12°C | 21°C | 28% | 2.1 | 10.2h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ October | 8°C | 15°C | 37% | 1.7 | 7.2h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌫️ November | 2°C | 8°C | 32% | 1.4 | 4.2h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌨️ December | 0°C | 4°C | 33% | 1.5 | 3.4h | 3.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In March, Prague averages 10°C, 31% rainy days and 8.3h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.1/10.
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Comparison
March vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 8.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +15°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +7%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +4.9h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Prague in March
Is March a good time to visit Prague?
March is not recommended for Prague (score 5.1/10). With 31% rainy days and 8.3h of sunshine, consider June (8.2/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Prague in March?
It's cool with 10°C daytime and 1°C at night. 8.3h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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