Prague, Czech Republic Stargazing Forecast

Prague, Czech Republic (50.08°, 14.44°) · Updated 11:03 UTC
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Mixed
high confidence ⓘ
high · Forecast lead time

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Worth a short session
BEST 21:00–23:00 (2h)
Mostly clear skies but bright moonlight limits faint objects. Delta Aquariids meteor shower peaks tonight (ZHR ~25). Conditions are changeable, so check again closer to the time.
Sunset
18:48
Sunrise
03:29
Usable Hours
3/4
Moon
99%
Visible Planets
♄ Saturn33° SE
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Stargazing in Prague, Czech Republic

Prague's Bortle 6–7 skies improve heading into the Bohemian countryside — the Jizerská Dark Sky Park (Jizera Mountains) in northern Bohemia is a designated dark-sky area. Czech amateur astronomy is active and well-organised. The continental climate brings good winter transparency, and Prague's hilltop location gives decent city horizons. The Štefánik Observatory on Petřín Hill has been hosting public observing since 1928.

Prague, Czech Republic Stargazing FAQ

Where can I stargaze near Prague?∨
The Jizerská Dark Sky Park in the Jizera Mountains (northern Bohemia) is a designated dark-sky area. The Bohemian countryside south of Prague also offers Bortle 4 conditions within 60-90 minutes.
Is Prague good for stargazing?∨
The Štefánik Observatory on Petřín Hill has been hosting public observing since 1928 and offers city views alongside telescope access. Czech amateur astronomy is well-organised with an active community.
When is the best time to stargaze in Prague?∨
Winter brings good transparency with cold, continental air. Autumn offers comfortable temperatures and darkening nights. The continental climate gives Prague more clear nights than Atlantic-influenced cities.

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