Winter in Prague

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Appreciate Prague while it is cloaked in white snow. Winter in Prague is exciting especially for those who love to engage in winter activities like skiing.

Winter months

December can be very cold with temperatures ranging from 2°C to -2°C (36°F to 28°F). Prague winter temperatures are much like in Chicago or Detroit, and Zurich. February can be dead cold as well but this time of the year provides an opportunity to be enticed by Prague’s monochrome silhouettes, shadows, and solitude.

The Charles Bridge is a sight to behold when covered with snow. The Wenceslas Square and Prague Castle are breathtaking as well during the winter season. Although most castles and other attractions in the city are closed, there are open winter balls open to public.

Winter outfit

A crisp and cold weather is something that everyone endures during winter in Prague. This can possibly get in the way of tour plans of those who are sensitive to cold weather. Gloves, a warm scarf and a hat as well as layered clothing are the most suitable attire to beat the cold. Winter boots with water resistant sole is suggested that high heels if you plan to explore the city by feet. Take note that dusk comes early at around 4:00 pm in December and 5:00 pm in February.

Wine and dine in Prague winter

Dining, shopping and sightseeing in Prague is much the same during winter. Czech cuisine, beer or wine is available in Prague’s native restaurants. Don’t worry about the budget because you may get the best deals for great Czech foods that will satisfy your taste buds.

Christmas Markets

One of Prague’s best treats is its Christmas markets called vánoční trhy. Anticipate their openings four Saturdays before Christmas Eve (Dec. 24). They are open every day of the week until the first week of January

Christmas markets in Prague sell various items that include crafts, traditional Christmas decorations and gifts. You can also buy hot wine (svařené víno or svařák), grog, warm honey liquor (medovina) and traditional foods. The atmosphere is made more jovial with Czech Christmas carols sung or played in the background. Lights adorn the markets during night time.

Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square are areas for the most popular markets. Czech souvenirs are commonly sold in these markets. Other markets are found at the Havelské tržiště, Republic Square, Náměstí Míru. Prague Exhibition Grounds in Prague 7 is also a place for a special Christmas market.

Your Prague winter vacation can still be a blast despite the bitter cold weather. Just do not forget to be protected from this weather so you can make this winter in Prague a vacation to remember.