České Budějovice Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit České Budějovice.
Climate overview of České Budějovice
České Budějovice, South Bohemia, Czech Republic, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 25°C (77°F) and January dropping to 3°C (37°F).
České Budějovice sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 782 mm (31 in) per year. It experiences warm summers and cold winters, creating some seasonal variation. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 6.9 hours of daily sunshine.
České Budějovice Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in České Budějovice - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in České Budějovice
Visitors to České Budějovice can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 3°C (37°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in July to around -3°C (27°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in České Budějovice
Generally, České Budějovice experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 782 mm (31 in) yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives high rainfall, averaging 100 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month February brings less snow/rainfall, with 43 mm (1.7 in) over 13 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our České Budějovice Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in České Budějovice
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in České Budějovice. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in České Budějovice by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in České Budějovice.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 87%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Best Time to Visit České Budějovice
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: June, August and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: May, July and August
- Fewest rainy days: February, April, September and October
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -3°C (27°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in České Budějovice
What is the best time to visit České Budějovice?
June, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in České Budějovice. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. České Budějovice has warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in České Budějovice?
Daytime highs range from 3°C (37°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -3°C (27°F) to 14°C (57°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does České Budějovice get?
Annual rainfall is around 782 mm (31 in). July is the wettest month with 100 mm (3.9 in), while February is the driest with 43 mm (1.7 in).
How sunny is České Budějovice?
České Budějovice receives around 1,531 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 208 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 40 hours.
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