Czech Republic weather in December

Considering a trip to Czech Republic this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in Czech Republic in December?

December in Czech Republic generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

During the day the temperature is very cold in Horní Malá Úpa at 1°C and cold in Čelákovice at 5°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -1°C in Čelákovice and -5°C in Horní Malá Úpa. In numerous regions in Czech Republic, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Šatov with an average of 38 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Kořenov with 89 mm. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 47 hours of sunshine in Prague. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

For specific regional insights in Czech Republic for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Czech Republic climate page.

Where to go in Czech Republic in December

Find the average weather conditions in December for the most popular destinations in Czech Republic on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations in Czech Republic

What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Czech Republic?

Average weather in Prague

In December Prague generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Prague
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
8°C 
2°C 
54 hours 
46 mm 
14 days 
poor 
4°C 
-1°C 
47 hours 
47 mm 
14 days 
poor 
January   >> January
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4°C 
-3°C 
52 hours 
44 mm 
13 days 
poor 
Climate in Prague

Average weather in Karlovy Vary

In December Karlovy Vary generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Karlovy Vary
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
6°C 
0°C 
40 hours 
58 mm 
15 days 
poor 
2°C 
-3°C 
31 hours 
64 mm 
17 days 
poor 
January   >> January
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1°C 
-4°C 
40 hours 
62 mm 
16 days 
poor 
Climate in Karlovy Vary

Average weather in Brno

In December Brno generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Brno
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
8°C 
2°C 
61 hours 
47 mm 
13 days 
poor 
4°C 
-2°C 
45 hours 
43 mm 
13 days 
poor 
January   >> January
>>  
3°C 
-3°C 
55 hours 
39 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Brno

Average weather in Český Krumlov

In December Český Krumlov generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Český Krumlov
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
7°C 
1°C 
53 hours 
54 mm 
14 days 
poor 
3°C 
-3°C 
41 hours 
55 mm 
15 days 
poor 
January   >> January
>>  
2°C 
-4°C 
57 hours 
57 mm 
15 days 
poor 
Climate in Český Krumlov

Average weather in Harrachov

In December Harrachov generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Harrachov
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
6°C 
-0°C 
79 mm 
15 days 
poor 
2°C 
-4°C 
88 mm 
17 days 
poor 
January   >> January
>>  
1°C 
-5°C 
95 mm 
15 days 
poor 
Climate in Harrachov

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Is December the best time to visit Czech Republic?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Czech Republic due to the typically poor weather in Prague.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Prague. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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