Budapest weather and climate
Budapest weather and climate
Day
22 °C
Night
12 °C
Precipitation
47 mm
in month
Rainy days
7 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
69 %
Day
22 °C
Night
12 °C
Precipitation
47 mm
in month
Rainy days
7 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
69 %
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Weather overview for Budapest
Weather overview
Budapest (Hungary) in general has a mild continental climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 3.3 °C (37.9 °F) in January to 28.0 °C (82.4 °F) in July. Temperatures during the night go from -1.6 °C (29.1 °F) in January to 16.4 °C (61.5 °F) in July. The driest month is September with just 7 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is May with 11 days of rain.
January weather
The minimum of the day temperature is observable, with its value of 3.3 °C (37.9 °F) in Budapest, on the contrary the sea temperature reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 0.0 °C (32.0 °F). The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 34 mm (1.33 in). The minimum of the night temperature can be noticed, its value is -1.6 °C (29.1 °F).
February weather
The day temperature rise's start could be observed, its value is 5.4 °C (41.7 °F) in Budapest, and the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed too, with its value of -1.0 °C (30.2 °F). The rainfall amount reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 30 mm (1.20 in). The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed.
March weather
The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 2.3 °C (36.1 °F) in Budapest, and the day temperature continues to rise too, its value is 10.9 °C (51.6 °F). The maximum of the wind speed is observable, the value of this measure is 3.0. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 4 hours.
April weather
The night temperature continues to rise, its value is 6.4 °C (43.5 °F) in Budapest, and the day temperature continues to rise too, with its value being 17.4 °C (63.3 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 6 hours. The minimum of the humidity is observable in April.
May weather
The tourist season slowly starts this month in Budapest. The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, with its value being 11 days, while the rainfall amount starts to rise, the value of this measure is 66 mm (2.58 in). The rise of the day temperature can be observed, and the night temperature continues to rise as well, its value is 11.3 °C (52.3 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
June weather
The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 25.4 °C (77.7 °F) in Budapest, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, its value is 14.5 °C (58.1 °F). The maximum of the rainfall amount is observable, its value is 66 mm (2.61 in). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 8 hours. The day length reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 16 hours.
July weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Budapest. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, its value is 9 days, and the rainfall amount starts to descent too, its value is 58 mm (2.28 in). The day temperature reaches its maximum, with its value being 28.0 °C (82.4 °F), and the maximum of the night temperature is observable as well, with its value of 16.4 °C (61.5 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its maximum, its value is 9 hours.
August weather
The tourist season continues in Budapest. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 8 days. The day temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value being 27.4 °C (81.3 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed in August.
September weather
The day temperature continues to descent, its value is 22.2 °C (72.0 °F) in Budapest, while the night temperature starts to descent, the value of this measure is 11.6 °C (52.9 °F). The tourist season continues in September. The rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, its value is 47 mm (1.86 in), while the number of rainy days reaches its minimum, with its value being 7 days. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 6 hours.
October weather
The day temperature continues to descent, with its value of 16.3 °C (61.3 °F) in Budapest, and the night temperature continues to descent too, the value of this measure is 7.2 °C (45.0 °F). The rainfall amount continues to descent, with its value being 40 mm (1.56 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, its value is 5 hours. The wind speed reaches its minimum in October.
November weather
The number of rainy days starts to rise, with its value being 8 days in Budapest, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed as well in this month. The day temperature continues to descent, with its value of 9.0 °C (48.2 °F), and the night temperature continues to descent as well, with its value being 2.8 °C (37.0 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, the value of this measure is 2 hours.
December weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 4.3 °C (39.7 °F) in Budapest, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too. The rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 42 mm (1.67 in). The humidity is on its maximum, its value is 83 %. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, the value of this measure is 2 hours. The day length reaches its minimum in December.
FAQs
Is there a dry season in Budapest in March?
No, March is not a dry month in Budapest, expect rain approximately 7 days in a month.
How many hours of sun to expect in Budapest in April?
There is an average length of sunshine of 6 hours per day in Budapest in April.
How many rainy days can I expect in May in Budapest?
There are 11 days, which are rainy in May in Budapest, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.5 days of the week, or in general - 36 % days.
Is June a good month to visit Budapest?
June is a good month to visit Budapest. The temperature during the day will be nice 25.4 °C (77.7 °F). The temperature of 14.5 °C (58.1 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
Is it hot in Budapest in July?
In July in Budapest, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Budapest in August?
The average daily temperature in August in Budapest is 27.4 °C (81.3 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.
Is there a wet season in Budapest in September?
No, there is no wet season in Budapest in September - you can expect 7 days of rain during the month.
What is the air temperature in Budapest in October at night?
The average night temperature in Budapest in October is 7.2 °C (45.0 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.