August 17 is generally a great time to visit Prague. While there is a slight chance of rain (27%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 26°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Prague right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Prague
Currency
CZK
Kč Czech koruna
Language
Czech
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Driving
Right side
Connect
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.318
Prague Weather Forecast for August 17
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 25.6°C. 27% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Prague in August
Based on historical data for August 17, Prague typically experiences temperatures between 15.6°C and 25.6°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. With a 27% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Prague
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
25.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
27%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
56%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.4 hPa
Low volatility
Prague Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 81% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 22 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 33 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 55 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Czech Republic
Flight Traffic
High
94/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~315
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Prague
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:55
☀️ Noon
12:07
🌇 Sunset
19:20
⏱️ Daylight
14h 24m
Wind Speed
13.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
67%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Prague
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Prague on August 17 averages 25.6°C with a 27% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 96/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Prague Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
August 11
25.9°C • 17% rain
Score
99
August 12
26.2°C • 19% rain
Score
99
August 10
25.7°C • 20% rain
Score
98
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📍 Is Prague Worth Visiting on August 17?
Planning a trip to Prague on August 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 25.6°C with a 27% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 315 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 31.8°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 11.5°C in 2016.