While spring is on the horizon, February in Prague is still quite cold, and there is always a chance of snowfall, but if you are planning a trip to this historic city this month, there is a chance that you may receive the annual pre-Lenten Celebration of Carnival, made in the Czech style.
Still, the weather is typically cloudy, even if it’s not snowing, and temperatures stay frozen throughout the month. As a result, you’ll need to make sure you know what to pack so that you can get the most out of your time in the capital of the Czech Republic.
Prague weather in February
Prague experiences relatively cold, wintry weather throughout February in longitude, with an average global temperature of 33 degrees Fahrenheit (1 degree Celsius). However, the city is also known to experience temperatures as low as 12 degrees Fahrenheit (-11 degrees Celsius) and as high as 51 degrees Fahrenheit (11 degrees Celsius).
- Average High: 35 degrees Fahrenheit (2 degrees Celsius)
- Average Low: 24 degrees Fahrenheit (-4 degrees Celsius)
In general, you can expect 12 rainy days and 11 snowy days throughout the month accumulating a total of less than an inch of precipitation between them. Although the days remain relatively short during the first half of the month, with about nine hours of daylight, they lengthen significantly at the end of the month, adding an extra hour and a half to the day in late February. However, due to typical cloudy weather, the city only sees around four hours of sunshine a day with partially cloudy skies that hide most of the sun.
What to pack
If you’re venturing into Prague in February, pack warm clothes, especially if you plan to visit any of the city’s great outdoors. Since temperatures rarely reach 40 degrees Fahrenheit (4 degrees Celsius), you won’t have to worry as much about layering to suit the warmer weather, but you should pack plenty of sweaters, long-sleeved shirts, pants, and a warm winter. cap. Thermal tights and underwear may also be necessary on colder days. Also, you will likely need to bring waterproof shoes, an umbrella, and a raincoat as the city receives a little more than half of the month rainfall.
February events in Prague
From costumed celebrations in honor of Czech Carnival and Lent to Valentine’s Day parties at local restaurants and venues, there are plenty to do on your trip to Prague this February. Whether you’re a fan of history, culture, or just having a good time, these annual events and activities are sure to make your vacation memorable.
- Masopust (Carnival): Like many Eastern European cultures, Czechs celebrate and indulge their appetites in preparation for the sacrifices expected during Lent. Also known as the Czech Carnival, this celebration begins one week before Ash Wednesday and is a time to party, have fun, dress up in costumes and wear masks.
- Zabijacka (pig feast): Prague’s traditional pre-Lent meal, served with sauerkraut and generous amounts of drink the night before Lent begins. Public pig parties are held in Prague for visitors to attend, so if you really want to get to know the local culture, look for one of these parties during your visit.
- Valentine’s Day: Although not as widely celebrated as in the United States, many hotels and restaurants in Prague offer packages and special offers for Valentine’s Day. If you are looking for a romantic gift for Valentine’s Day, Czech garnets are considered among the best in the world and can be found in jewelers in Prague, but be careful to buy from a reputable jeweler, as the garnet trade Counterfeit in Prague is known for misleading tourists.
- Mala Inventura Festival – One of the many annual art events in the city, Mala Inventure features a sampling of new theatrical performances that take place in venues throughout the city throughout the month.
- Victorious February – A date celebrated by Czech communities for the Czechoslovak coup of 1948, when the Soviet Union-backed Communist Party officially took control of the government in what was then Czechoslovakia. You can explore many other landmarks, including this one at the Museum of Communism in Prague, open every day of the year except for Christmas Eve.
February Travel Tips
- Travelers to Prague in February will enjoy lower-than-usual prices for flights and accommodation, as most tourists visit during spring and summer.
- Although the Christmas and holiday markets have long since closed, you will still find a few places to buy hot food and drinks to warm up, especially at the craft markets that pop up throughout the month.
- Lent does not occur in February of each year and, as a result, neither does the Masopust celebration. Before planning your trip to Prague, be sure to check out when Lent begins and when the festivities begin for this annual celebration of decadence.
- Temperatures rise steadily throughout the month, so if you’re not a fan of the winter chill, you may want to wait until the end of February to plan your visit.
