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Czech Republic Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Czech Republic in December.

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Prague Karlovy Vary Brno Český Krumlov

Planning a getaway to Czech Republic this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect 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.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Horní Malá Úpa at 1°C (34°F) and cold in Čelákovice at 5°C (41°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Čelákovice and -5°C (23°F) 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Czech Republic, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Šatov with an average of 38 mm (1.5 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Kořenov with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Prague gets roughly 47 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Czech Republic by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Czech Republic — and find the best time to visit. (based on Prague)

January4°C (39°F) February5°C (41°F) March10°C (50°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September20°C (68°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Czech Republic in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Czech Republic.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Czech Republic

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

Temperature range in Czech Republic (December)

Precipitation variation in Czech Republic (December)

Prague

In December Prague generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
47 hours
52 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Karlovy Vary

In December Karlovy Vary generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
31 hours
40 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Karlovy Vary →

Brno

In December Brno generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
45 hours
55 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Český Krumlov

In December Český Krumlov generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
53 hours
41 hours
57 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Harrachov

In December Harrachov generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Czech Republic in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Prague 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Karlovy Vary 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Brno 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Český Krumlov 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Špindlerův Mlýn 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Ostrava 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Czech Republic weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Czech Republic in December?

Czech Republic typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Prague average around 4°C (39°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Czech Republic in December?

Prague averages a daytime maximum of 4°C (39°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -1°C (30°F).

Does Czech Republic get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Czech Republic during December, with Prague averaging close to 47 mm (1.9 in).

Is December a Good 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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We have much more information about the climate in Czech Republic.

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