January weather forecast
Prague, Czech Republic

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Multiple bridges over water in Prague, in the Czech Republic
Multiple bridges over water in Prague, in the Czech Republic

Weather in January

The weather in Prague during January ventures into the chilling extremes of winter with average highs reaching only 0.4°C (32.7°F) and lows cascading down to -5.4°C (22.3°F). The city, mantled in a thick layer of winter white, experiences the maximum snowfall compared to any other month. Bing chilling, January also exhibits an elevated level of relative humidity which adds a perceptible notched nip to the cold. The scarcity of sunlight hours means limited warmth, making it essential to bundle up adequately against the frosty weather. To sum it up, January truly embodies the raw appeal of the Czech winter.

Temperature

January is the month when Prague, Czech Republic, sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 0.4°C (32.7°F) and a low of -5.4°C (22.3°F).

Humidity

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months in Prague.

Rainfall

In Prague, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Prague, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.2 days and collects up to 526mm (20.71") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Prague, Czech Republic, is January, when 179mm (7.05") of snow is typically aggregated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Prague is 8h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:10. On the last day of January, in Prague, Czech Republic, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 16:53 CET.

Sunshine

In Prague, the average sunshine in January is 1.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Prague are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Prague?

In Prague, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 0.4°C (32.7°F) at the peak and -5.4°C (22.3°F) at the lowest.

How cold is January in Prague?

In Prague, in January, the average high-temperature is 0.4°C (32.7°F), and the average low-temperature is -5.4°C (22.3°F).

What are the most humid months in Prague?

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months in Prague.

What is the average humidity in January in Prague?

In January, the average relative humidity in Prague, Czech Republic, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January in Prague?

In Prague, Czech Republic, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Prague?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when 179mm (7.05") of snow is typically aggregated.

How much does it snow in Prague in January?

Throughout January, in Prague, Czech Republic, 179mm (7.05") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Prague?

In Prague, Czech Republic, the average day length in January is 8h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Prague?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 16:53 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Prague?

The average sunshine duration in January in Prague, Czech Republic, is 1.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Prague?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Prague?

In Prague, Czech Republic, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Prague, Czech Republic

Average temperature in January - Prague, Czech Republic
  • Average high temperature in January: 0.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -5.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.4°C).

Average humidity in January
Prague, Czech Republic

Average humidity in January - Prague, Czech Republic
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Prague, Czech Republic

Average rainfall in January - Prague, Czech Republic
  • Average rainfall in January: 23.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (77.2mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (22.6mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Prague, Czech Republic

Average rainfall days in January - Prague, Czech Republic
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Prague, Czech Republic

Average snowfall in January - Prague, Czech Republic
  • Average snowfall in January: 179mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (179mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Prague, Czech Republic

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Prague, Czech Republic
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average UV index in January
Prague, Czech Republic

Average UV index in January - Prague, Czech Republic
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Prague, Czech Republic

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