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What to wear in Prague in Spring

What to wear in Prague in Spring

Do you want to know what to wear in Prague in Spring? In this guide, we will tell you EXACTLY what to pack for Prague no matter if you are visiting in March, April or May. This includes guidance on how to dress for the weather, dress codes as well as Prague’s special events in Spring.

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Weather in Prague in Spring 

Spring in Prague is classified as March, APril and May however it really depends on which month you are traveling in as to what you can expect from the weather.

How cold is Prague in Spring?

Couple on River Cruise in Prague in Spring
Prague Packing List

How cold Prague is in Spring feels very much depends on when you visit. There are average temperatures in May of 20° / 10° but in Early March the average temps are only 10° / 2°. So layers are a great idea no matter the month of travel.

How rainy is Prague in Spring?

Generally speaking there are about 6 days of rain in each of the Spring months in Prague so we always recommend packing a lightweight waterproof and compact travel umbrella.

Note: we always recommend checking the forecast at your destination(s) 7 days out from travel to make sure there are no expected weather fronts i.e. heatwaves or cold snaps.

Visiting Prague at another time of year? Then check out our other seasonal guides:

What to Wear in Prague in Spring

Before we get onto the specifics of what to wear in Prague in Spring for women and men, we wanted to reiterate that we think it is a great idea to pack a capsule wardrobe. It means you are less likely to lose your luggage when traveling and prevents you from overpacking. For help in packing a capsule wardrobe check out these posts:

Best Shoes for Prague in Spring

View looking down towards a cobbled stone streets showing white sneakers
Best shoes for prague

But first we will turn our attention to shoes for Prague in Spring.

Sneakers

Sneakers in my opinion are the best shoe for Prague. Prague has cobbled stone streets and uneven surfaces such as on the famous Charles Bridge. This combined with the amount of walking you will be doing means that you will need comfortable walking shoes.

My favorite brand of sneakers for walking are Hoka and AllBirds, however you also can’t go wrong with a plain white sneaker as they go with everything. One of my favorite pairs of white sneakers is the Adidas Cloud Foam shoes.

However on top of sneakers you will also want:

Ankle Boots / Sandal

Depending on which month you are traveling in will depend what other shoe should be on your packing list. Ankle boots are the perfect second shoes for Prague for March and Early April. As there are lots of cobbled stone streets we recommend choosing boots. We recommend avoid suede because of the rain and picking a boot with a falt good sole as opposed to thin heels.

However by May you may be able to transition into to some comfortable walking sandals.

What to Wear in Prague in Spring for Women

Couple sat looking across river to prague with backs to camera
What to wear in Prague in Spring (March, April and May)

So what does a Prague Packing List for Spring look like? For women we recommend packing: 

Waterproof Jacket

Although not as rainy as Summer you will still want a compact waterproof with you.

Puffer Jacket (optional – March)

As the temperatures are significantly cooler in March you will also want to have a puffer jacket with you.

Please note: it is worth keeping your eye on the weather to be sure there isn’t a cold snap and a larger parka coat isn’t required.

Layers

Lots of layers are the most important thing for your Prague packing list. Hoodies are a good choice, but I also like to pack a cardigan for evenings.

Trousers / Pants

Trousers and pants are a great versatile pick for Prague and are way more useful than dresses and skirts especially if you are doing lots of outdoors activities.

Skirts and Dresses

These aren’t essential but are nice to have if you plan on going to nicer restaurants for upscale dinners in the city. For March I recommend a nice sweater dress that can be paired with boots and tights while by May you can transition to light dresses like wrap dresses.

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Blouse

A loose blouse is another good pick for visiting religious sites and for evenings in Prague. Personally I like plain white linen shirts as they are very easy to use as part of a capsule wardrobe.

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T Shirts

T Shirts are a great base for Prague no matter what season you are visiting. For Early Spring I like to pack a mix of short and long sleeve t-shirts and style-wise, I tend to stick to a plain or lightly patterned t-shirt instead of neon, graphic or slogan tees as they work better in a capsule wardrobe.

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Pashmina

A pashmina should be on your packing list no matter the month you are visiting. They are great for cool evenings but also to make outfits more modest for churches. Click here to shop pashminas

PJs or Nightie, Underwear and Socks

Goes without saying.

Sunglasses

Prague can be a dazzling city even in Spring so be sure to pack a pair of sunglasses with good UVA protection.

What to Wear in Prague in Spring Packing List for Men

Alongside our regular men’s travel essentials we recommend adding the following items to your men’s packing list for Prague in Spring:

Jacket

The earlier in Spring you travel the thicker the jacket you will need. FOr March a puffer jacket is also a good idea.

A compact waterproof is also a good ideas

Chinos

Chinos are great for daytime sightseeing in Prague. Linen trousers are also a great pick for May but for March you may want some thicker wool trousers or chinos.

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T Shirts and Shirts

T shirts are great for days sightseeing. For May shorts sleeves are most appropriate but you will want to add some long sleeve tees for March.

And on top of t shirts you may also want to pack a button down shirt for use in more upscale restaurants. 

Layers

Some top layers are a good idea for Prague.

Underwear

Goes without saying.

What to pack for Prague in Spring (Non Clothing)

Woman in red dress looking at river in prague
What to wear in Prague in Spring (March, April and May)

FAQs About Czech Republic in Spring

What to wear in Prague in night?

Depending on where you are going in Prague at night will depend as to the dress code. For smarter and more upscale restaurants I recommend having at least one smart casual outfit with you.

What to wear on a river cruise that visits Prague?

Prague is a popular stop on river cruises but has there own dress code requirements. So if you are going on a river cruise in Prague check out this post.

Can you wear jeans in Czech Republic?


You can absolutely wear jeans in Prague in Spring. In fact they are my favoured trousers for early spring.

Have you been to Prague in Spring? What did you wear? We would love you to tell us in the comments below!