Cooler Temperatures Predicted for Walpurgis Night and May Day Celebrations

People planning to celebrate Walpurgis Night and May Day may need to dress warmly this year, as meteorologists predict cooler temperatures during the end of April and the beginning of May. The long-term outlook for the next four weeks suggests that temperatures will remain weakly below average or average. Precipitation, on the other hand, is expected to remain within the normal range for this time of the year.

Following a cold start to April, temperatures reached average values in the past week and are expected to remain around these levels in the upcoming week. This slight drop in temperatures may persist until mid-May, which means that popular spring festivals such as burning witches or May Day celebrations may require warmer clothing.

The Czech Hydrometeorological Institute (CHMI) expects a below-average temperature week at the end of April, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and maximum temperatures around 16°C. Although the beginning of May is uncertain in terms of temperatures, there is a greater probability that it will be below average than above average. The CHMI anticipates temperatures to return to average from May 8 to 14.

After a stormy period in the past week, this week will still be rainy but less so. The following weeks until mid-May will likely have precipitation around the average. The CHMI predicts that the period from April 17 to May 14 will end as a whole with average rainfall.

The cooler temperatures during this period may impact outdoor activities, and individuals are advised to dress warmly, especially during the night. With the COVID-19 pandemic still ongoing, many people may opt to celebrate May Day in smaller groups or online, which would minimize the impact of the cooler weather.

Article by Prague Forum