Weather in Český Krumlov

About Český Krumlov

Český Krumlov is a storybook illustration come alive: a medieval town tucked into a horseshoe bend of the Vltava River, its narrow lanes climbing to a castle that dominates the skyline. Red roofs tile the hillside, the river loops protectively, and time seems paused at 1500. The town is popular but maintains an eerie, magical quality—particularly in off-season when crowds thin and mist rises from the river gorge.

Country

Czech Republic

Best months to visit

Year-round

Currency

CZK

Language

Czech

Things to do in Český Krumlov

Medieval town walking tours Castle exploration and theater visits Vltava River canoeing and rafting Art galleries and museum visits Photography of townscape and river bends Traditional Czech cuisine dining

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

January

Cold, with some rainy days.

February

Cold, with occasional showers.

March

Cold, with some rainy days.

April

13C

Cool, with some rainy days.

May

17C

Cool, with regular rainfall.

June

22C

Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.

July

24C

Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.

August

24C

Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.

September

19C

Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.

October

15C

Cool, with some rainy days.

November

Cold, with occasional showers.

December

Cold, with some rainy days.

Český Krumlov's pastel Renaissance and Baroque townhouses cling to a tight loop of the Vltava river beneath a hilltop castle with a distinctive round tower, making it one of the most complete and photogenic medieval town centres in Central Europe. Small enough to explore on foot in a day, but atmospheric enough to reward an overnight stay once the day-trippers from Prague have gone home.

Best areas to stay in Český Krumlov

Latrán

The street leading up to the castle, lined with shops, restaurants, and guesthouses.

Inner Town (Vnitřní Město)

The historic core within the river loop, with the main square, churches, and museums.

Castle district

The hilltop castle and its gardens, theatre, and bear moat, overlooking the town.

Plešivec

A quieter residential area across the river, offering some of the best photo viewpoints of the town.

Getting to Český Krumlov

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Flights

Fly into Prague, then take a bus or organised tour to Český Krumlov.

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From London

~2 hours by air from London to Prague, plus around 3 hours by bus to Český Krumlov.

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Getting around

The town centre is compact and entirely walkable; the bus station is a short walk from the historic core.

Frequently asked questions

Is Český Krumlov worth an overnight stay or just a day trip?

Many visit on a day trip from Prague, but staying overnight lets you see the town in the evening light without the crowds, which transforms the experience.

How do I get there from Prague?

Direct buses take around 3 hours; it's also commonly visited as part of an organised day tour from Prague.

Is the castle worth visiting?

Yes — the castle complex includes a Baroque theatre, gardens, and the climbable round tower with views over the town's red rooftops.

What is there to do besides sightseeing?

Rafting or canoeing down the Vltava river through the town is a popular activity, especially in summer.

What food should I try?

Traditional Czech dishes like svíčková (marinated beef in cream sauce) and trdelník (a sweet rolled pastry, though more of a tourist treat than strictly local).

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

Staying overnight made all the difference — by evening the day-trip crowds were gone and the town felt like it belonged to us, lit up against the castle.

Petra H. · September 2024

★★★★☆

Did the river rafting through town in the afternoon, which was a fun, slightly chaotic way to see the colourful houses from a different angle.

Liam F. · July 2023

★★★★★

The view from the castle tower over the looping river and red rooftops was one of the best in Central Europe — book the climb early to avoid queues.

Sandra K. · May 2024