🇺🇸 Chicago vs 🇨🇿 Prague

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Chicago

few clouds

50°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 44°F

H 51°F / L 48°F

Humidity: 47%

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Prague

clear sky

68°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 66°F

H 68°F / L 66°F

Humidity: 26%

Climate Overview

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Chicago

Humid continental — cold harsh winters, hot humid summers, severe storms

Best monthsMay, June, September
AvoidJanuary, February, March (brutal cold)
Annual rain38 inches (965 mm)

Chicago lives up to its Windy City nickname. Lake Michigan creates its own microclimate — cooler summers and heavier lake-effect snow in winter. Summers are warm but brief; winters are among the harshest of any major American city.

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Prague

Humid continental — cold winters, warm summers, year-round rainfall

Best monthsMay, June, September
AvoidDecember, January, February, July, August (peak crowds)
Annual rain19 inches (480 mm)

Prague's central European climate brings cold winters, warm summers, and the most visited city center in Europe. The Vltava River valley traps cold air in winter and creates humidity in summer.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Chicago🇨🇿 Prague
Spring

35–65°F

March–May

37–64°F

March–May

Summer

70–84°F

June–August

62–82°F

June–August

Fall

45–68°F

September–November

46–66°F

September–November

Winter

17–32°F

December–February

27–37°F

December–February

Chicago vs Prague: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Chicago or Prague have better weather?

Chicago and Prague have very different climates. Humid continental — cold harsh winters, hot humid summers, severe storms Prague: Humid continental — cold winters, warm summers, year-round rainfall. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Chicago vs Prague?

Best time for Chicago: May, June, September. Best time for Prague: May, June, September.

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