Prague Weather in May

May weather in Prague

May feels like a gentle step into spring. Afternoons reach about 19°C, while mornings and evenings can fall to 8°C. Rain adds up to 74 mm across 15 days, so showers may interrupt a walk, even when the day starts bright.

You can spend comfortable hours exploring Prague Castle, Old Town Square and the riverside. The long daylight leaves time for a tram ride or a stroll through Letná Park. Avoid counting on a full dry day for an outing; keep an indoor stop, such as the National Museum, in mind.

For families, May's mild afternoons make a walk across Charles Bridge easier than in summer heat, but it can still be busy.

Events and spring traditions

The Prague Spring International Music Festival brings classical concerts to venues around the city, including the Municipal House. The festival begins in May and continues into June, so music fans have a good reason to spend an evening indoors.

May Day is also associated with a local tradition: couples kiss beneath a flowering tree on Petřín Hill. The Czech public holiday on May 8 marks the end of the Second World War in Europe. Expect some services to change on public holidays, and popular sights can feel busier around events.

Crowds and practical tips

May is busier than the quiet winter months, and visitor demand can push prices above winter levels. It's usually less crowded than the peak summer period, though the Prague Spring and pleasant weather draw plenty of visitors.

If you're heading to Prague Castle, take tram 22 to the Pražský hrad stop, then walk downhill through the castle grounds. It saves you the steep climb from Malá Strana, and you can finish near Charles Bridge.