Best time to visit Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic

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The best time to visit Cesky Krumlov is October

Are you looking for the best time to visit Cesky Krumlov? Well, you’re in the right place! Although Cesky Krumlov is a great destination to visit almost all year round, October is the best time to go due to its perfect climate conditions. Around this time of year, flights and accommodation can also be cheaper as it is outside of key peak holiday seasons if you book well enough in advance.

In the summer months, temperatures can reach as high as 26℃ (80℉) in Cesky Krumlov. The weather in the winter, especially around January, can reach a minimum of -11℃ (13℉).

If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Cesky Krumlov, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in July are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Cesky Krumlov in May – It’s the wettest month of the year.

Keep reading to find out more detailed information about the seasons and climate in Cesky Krumlov, as well as our favourite tools to help you find the best options for transport, accommodation, and much more.

Warmest month

July

Least rainfall

November

Most daylight

July

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Cesky Krumlov seasons

Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Cesky Krumlov as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Cesky Krumlov is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:

Season Months
Summer June to August
Autumn/fall September to November
Winter December to February
Spring March to May

Average temperatures in Cesky Krumlov

If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Cesky Krumlov for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.

Cesky Krumlov climate by month

If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Cesky Krumlov for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.

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Cesky Krumlov in January

  • Average temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
  • Average high temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
  • Average low temperature: -4℃ (24℉)
  • Average humidity: 88%
  • Average sunny days: 14 days
  • Average rainfall: 28mm (1") over 9 days
  • Average snow days: 13 days
14 days
of pure sunshine
9 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.


Cesky Krumlov in February

  • Average temperature: -1℃ (30℉)
  • Average high temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
  • Average low temperature: -4℃ (25℉)
  • Average humidity: 86%
  • Average sunny days: 14 days
  • Average rainfall: 27mm (1") over 8 days
  • Average snow days: 9 days
14 days
of pure sunshine
8 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.


Cesky Krumlov in March

  • Average temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
  • Average high temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
  • Average low temperature: 0℃ (32℉)
  • Average humidity: 79%
  • Average sunny days: 14 days
  • Average rainfall: 27mm (1") over 12 days
  • Average snow days: 6 days
14 days
of pure sunshine
12 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.


Cesky Krumlov in April

  • Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
  • Average high temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
  • Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
  • Average humidity: 73%
  • Average sunny days: 14 days
  • Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 13 days
  • Average snow days: 2 days
14 days
of pure sunshine
13 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.


Cesky Krumlov in May

  • Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
  • Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
  • Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
  • Average humidity: 78%
  • Average sunny days: 9 days
  • Average rainfall: 65mm (3") over 20 days
9 days
of pure sunshine
20 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.


Cesky Krumlov in June

  • Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
  • Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
  • Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
  • Average humidity: 78%
  • Average sunny days: 8 days
  • Average rainfall: 49mm (2") over 18 days
8 days
of pure sunshine
18 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in June, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.


Cesky Krumlov in July

  • Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
  • Average high temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
  • Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
  • Average humidity: 75%
  • Average sunny days: 9 days
  • Average rainfall: 61mm (2") over 19 days
9 days
of pure sunshine
19 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.


Cesky Krumlov in August

  • Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
  • Average high temperature: 24℃ (74℉)
  • Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
  • Average humidity: 74%
  • Average sunny days: 14 days
  • Average rainfall: 40mm (2") over 13 days
14 days
of pure sunshine
13 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in August, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.


Cesky Krumlov in September

  • Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
  • Average high temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
  • Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
  • Average humidity: 78%
  • Average sunny days: 14 days
  • Average rainfall: 32mm (1") over 13 days
14 days
of pure sunshine
13 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.

Cesky Krumlov in October

  • Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
  • Average high temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
  • Average low temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
  • Average humidity: 81%
  • Average sunny days: 18 days
  • Average rainfall: 28mm (1") over 11 days
  • Average snow days: 1 days
18 days
of pure sunshine
11 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in October, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.


Cesky Krumlov in November

  • Average temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
  • Average high temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
  • Average low temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
  • Average humidity: 84%
  • Average sunny days: 17 days
  • Average rainfall: 18mm (1") over 9 days
  • Average snow days: 4 days
17 days
of pure sunshine
9 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.


Cesky Krumlov in December

  • Average temperature: 0℃ (33℉)
  • Average high temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
  • Average low temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
  • Average humidity: 85%
  • Average sunny days: 15 days
  • Average rainfall: 31mm (1") over 10 days
  • Average snow days: 8 days
15 days
of pure sunshine
10 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Cesky Krumlov in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.


Top FAQs

The hottest month of the year in Cesky Krumlov is usually July, where temperatures tend to rise to around 24℃ (74℉) in the middle of the day or early afternoon.
The month with the least amount of rain in Cesky Krumlov is generally around November. The dry season often coincides with cooler weather, so you should check the temperatures in November first to make sure it’s still a good time to go.
The rainiest time of year in Cesky Krumlov is generally around May, although the wetter season can sometimes extend a few months either side of May too.
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Cesky Krumlov, or if you're just afraid of the dark, the days in July are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset.

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