Prague vs Vienna

Prague and Vienna are closely matched in December. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Prague is on the cooler side at -1°C, requiring warmer clothing. Vienna is cooler at 0°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in December.

Prague reaches an average high of -1°C (30°F) and drops to -13°C (9°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Vienna averages 0°C (32°F) for the high and -12°C (10°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Prague receives approximately 30 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Vienna sees 30 mm over 3 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.