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Prague in Spring: What to Prepare for March to May

Pink double cherry blossoms and white cherry trees in bloom on a green grassy slope. — Cherry blossoms on Petřín Hill · Photo: Qaalvin / CC BY 3.0

Spring (April-June) and autumn are best for walking in Prague. March-May normals, what to wear, castle hours, Petřín, transport, budget and a checklist.

Published Oct 13, 2026

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The short answer

Spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) are the most pleasant for walking in Prague. March still has average highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C, then April reaches 16°C / 7°C and May 21°C / 11°C.

Opening hours of the Prague Castle buildings change by season, so check the official information before you go. The Petřín Hill funicular resumed service with new cars on 22 September 2026 and accepts 24- and 72-hour tickets.

March-May weather at a glance

The figures below are rounded 1991–2020 normals from the Czech Hydrometeorological Institute (CHMI / ČHMÚ), Praha, Klementinum station. Each line shows average high / average low / monthly precipitation.

From March to May, highs rise from 10°C to 16°C to 21°C and lows from 3°C to 7°C to 11°C. Monthly precipitation is 26 mm in March, 25 mm in April and 58 mm in May.

March: 10°C / 3°C / 26 mm
April: 16°C / 7°C / 25 mm
May: 21°C / 11°C / 58 mm

What to wear

March means highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C, so bring a warm coat and a scarf. April runs from 7°C in the morning to 16°C at midday, so a light jacket and layers work best. In May, with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C, one light outer layer is enough. May brings 58 mm of precipitation, so pack a folding umbrella.

The Old Town and the Charles Bridge area are best explored on foot, and Malá Strana has plenty of hills and cobblestones, so wear shoes you can walk in all day. Prague Castle has security checks at the entrance, so leave large bags behind.

According to Korea's embassy in Prague, most incidents are pickpocketing, especially at Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square (Astronomical Clock) and on crowded trams and metro. Even under layers, keep valuables in front of you rather than in a backpack, and don't hang bags on restaurant chairs.

Good to know in spring: hours, sights and events

Opening hours of the Prague Castle buildings change by season, and St. Vitus Cathedral has shortened hours on some days for liturgical reasons, so check the official notices. The Jewish Museum in Prague is officially closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays. The Old Town Hall tower and interiors are a paid visit; check the official opening hours before you go.

Some places are made for views outdoors. Petřín Hill is topped by a lookout tower modelled on a smaller Eiffel Tower, and the funicular, which resumed service with new cars on 22 September 2026, accepts 24- and 72-hour tickets. Vyšehrad has great river and city views with fewer crowds. A sunset Vltava river cruise adds the night views; check schedules and fares officially.

Check the official information from the City of Prague or Prague City Tourism for spring events and festival dates before you go. Check official info around Easter, as it can get busy.

St. Vitus Cathedral and red rooftops beyond a hillside of fresh spring green. — Prague Castle and Malá Strana from Petřín Hill · Photo: Uoaei1 / CC BY-SA 4.0

Planning a spring itinerary

Prague suits 4 to 5 days. The day-by-day route is in the first-trip post and the Prague travel guide's itinerary, so this section only covers what to keep in mind when fitting it into a spring trip.

Match the weekdays: the Jewish Quarter and Jewish Museum are closed on Saturdays, so pick another day.
Castle day: see Prague Castle (St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, Golden Lane) in the morning, walk through Malá Strana's lanes, then take the funicular up Petřín Hill to the lookout tower.
Charles Bridge: early morning is quietest. The bridge towers at each end have paid viewpoints.
Outdoor days: pick the dates for Petřín Hill, Vyšehrad and a sunset Vltava cruise after checking the weather forecast.

Airport, city transport and daily budget

From Václav Havel Airport (PRG), the Airport Express (AE) bus reaches Prague Main Railway Station (metro C) in about 33-40 minutes (depending on traffic) for about CZK 200. Regular public transport tickets are not valid, so buy the AE ticket at the Visitor Centre in the arrival halls or from the driver. Bus 59 + metro line A (about 15-17 minutes by bus) and bus 100 + metro line B (about 16-18 minutes by bus) use a regular PID ticket, about CZK 46-50 for 90 minutes. At night, buses 910 and 907 run, so check the timetable officially.

In the city, one PID ticket (30 min, 90 min, 24 h, 72 h) covers the metro, trams and buses. Stamp paper tickets exactly once on first use; tickets in the official transport app become valid one minute after activation, so activate before your tram or bus arrives. The metro runs roughly from 5 a.m. to midnight. If you plan lots of sightseeing, compare the Prague Visitor Pass, valid 48, 72 or 120 hours (about CZK 2,700-3,900 for adults). Book taxis by app or phone, make sure the meter is on and ask for a receipt.

Daily budgets run about CZK 1,500-2,500 per day (hostel, pubs and supermarket meals, public transport), about CZK 4,000-6,000 per day (mid-range hotel, restaurants, one or two paid sights) and about CZK 10,000+ per day (upscale hotel, guided tours, taxis).

Pre-departure checklist

Go through these points one by one before you leave.

Entry requirements: check official sources such as the official EU website before travel
Clothes: a warm coat for March, layers for April, a light outer layer and a folding umbrella for May, and shoes you can walk in all day
Opening hours: check Prague Castle buildings and the Old Town Hall tower officially, and avoid Saturdays for the Jewish Quarter
Transport tickets: use the official transport app or paper tickets, stamp paper tickets on first use, and buy a separate AE ticket for the Airport Express
Money: Czechia's currency is the koruna (CZK); use banks, ATMs or card payments
Events and Easter: check dates and opening with the City of Prague or Prague City Tourism
Safety: check your government's current travel advice for Czechia

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FAQ

When in spring is best for Prague?

Spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) are the most pleasant for walking. March still has average highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C, so bring a warm coat.

What is the weather like in Prague from March to May?

In normals of average high / average low / monthly precipitation: March 10°C / 3°C / 26 mm, April 16°C / 7°C / 25 mm, May 21°C / 11°C / 58 mm.

Where can I check spring festival and Easter dates?

Check the official information from the City of Prague or Prague City Tourism before you go. Check official info around Easter too, as it can get busy.

Can I ride the Petřín Hill funicular?

The funicular resumed service with new cars on 22 September 2026 and accepts 24- and 72-hour tickets. Check the official operating hours before you go.