Prague in August
The annual peak: the bridge is barely walkable at midday, and completely deserted at six in the morning.
Is August a good time to visit Prague?
August is one of the busiest months in Prague, at about 84/100. If you can move your dates, February is far calmer.
What’s on in August
- Peak visitor numbers on Charles Bridge
Best days in August
Weekdays are almost always calmer than weekends.
Tue is normally the calmest day of the week.
Best hours in August
The daily rhythm, hour by hour.
The 9:00 AM window is usually the calmest of the day.
Weather in August
Typical highs, lows and wet days.
How August compares
Every month in Prague, ranked by how calm it is.
Quieter alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
Is August a good month to visit Prague?
August is one of the busiest months in Prague, at about 84/100. If you can move your dates, February is far calmer.
How crowded is Prague in August?
Prague sits at roughly 84/100 in August on our crowd scale, which is 21 points above the yearly average. The quietest month is February.
What is the weather like in Prague in August?
Expect highs around 25°C and lows near 13°C in August, with about 10 wet days across the month.