Plzeň
City in Czech Republic
Plzeň is a city in the Czech Republic with a population of about 188,000. Located 84 kilometers from Prague, the city draws visitors with historical landmarks such as the Cathedral of St. Bartholomew and the Great Synagogue.
What to see
The city center features significant religious architecture. The Cathedral of St. Bartholomew stands as a primary landmark, alongside the Great Synagogue, which represents the city's historical heritage.
When to go
The warmest weather occurs from June through August, with daily highs reaching 21 °C to 23 °C. These summer months also see the highest rainfall, with up to 73 mm. Spring and autumn offer milder temperatures, ranging from 8 °C to 19 °C, with less frequent rain than in summer. Winters are cold, with temperatures frequently dropping below freezing from December to February.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Karlovy Vary Airport, situated 61 kilometers from Plzeň.
Top sights in Plzeň
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 23 °C. The wettest is July, with about 73 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 2 | 4 | 8 | 13 | 18 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 19 | 13 | 6 | 3 |
| Average low, °C | -4 | -3 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 1 | -2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 27 | 23 | 32 | 33 | 57 | 66 | 73 | 67 | 40 | 37 | 34 | 32 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 13 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Plzeň (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.