Prague November — Old Town Square in grey autumn light as Christmas market stalls begin to assemble

Prague · Czech Republic

November

The forgotten month — grey and quiet, but the Christmas market stalls are assembling by month's end.

Strong option

#7 of 12 months

There are better months for Prague — see the full ranking below.

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Climate

High

7°C

Low

2°C

Rain

38mm

Sun

3hrs/day

30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5

How November scores in Prague

Weather
Average
Value
Excellent
Crowds
Excellent
Events
Above average
Atmosphere
Very good

What you gain in November

  • Among the cheapest months for accommodation: rates drop close to January and February levels with the same tourist-free streets
  • Prague effectively crowd-free: the castle, Josefov, and Old Town museums accessible without booking, queues, or tour groups
  • Christmas market stalls assembling in late November: catch the setup atmosphere before the December crowds arrive

What you sacrifice

  • Grey and cold: 7°C highs, 3 hours of sunshine, and the city at its least photogenic of any month
  • 38mm of rain and frequent overcast days — an indoor-heavy itinerary is advisable
  • Seasonal restaurants and boat operators closing for winter — reduced options on the river and in the parks

How November compares to May (best month)

FactorNovemberMay
Weather
4
8
Value
8
6
Crowds
8
6

November in other destinations

Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Prague, not across destinations. Methodology →