Budapest, Hungary Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Budapest
Budapest has a humid subtropical climate, marked by hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Average daytime highs range from about 39°F (4°C) in January to around 83°F (28°C) in July, and the city records roughly 108 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 83°F (28°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 39°F (4°C)
- Record high: 100°F (38°C) · Record low: 3°F (-16°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: May (12 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (12.8 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
- Snow: about 7 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 83°F (28°C) and overnight lows stay near 64°F (18°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 39°F (4°C) and lows around 28°F (-2°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 100°F (38°C) and dropped as low as 3°F (-16°C).
Rain, sun and snow
May is usually the wettest month. It brings about 3.1 inches (79 mm) of rain over 12 days, while March is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.8 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 7 days in a typical year, mostly from December through February.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39° | 28° | 10 | 1.7 in | 4.9 h/day | 81% |
| February | 46° | 32° | 9 | 1.6 in | 6.3 h/day | 76% |
| March | 53° | 36° | 8 | 1.6 in | 8.4 h/day | 68% |
| April | 62° | 43° | 9 | 1.8 in | 10.1 h/day | 63% |
| May | 70° | 53° | 12 | 3.1 in | 11.1 h/day | 67% |
| June | 79° | 62° | 11 | 2.8 in | 12.7 h/day | 66% |
| July | 83° | 64° | 9 | 2.6 in | 12.8 h/day | 60% |
| August | 83° | 64° | 8 | 2.2 in | 11.9 h/day | 63% |
| September | 73° | 56° | 8 | 2.7 in | 9.6 h/day | 69% |
| October | 62° | 46° | 8 | 2.3 in | 7.2 h/day | 78% |
| November | 49° | 38° | 9 | 2.2 in | 5.1 h/day | 85% |
| December | 41° | 31° | 8 | 2.0 in | 4.0 h/day | 86% |
Budapest month by month
Budapest weather in January
January brings highs around 39°F (4°C), lows near 28°F (-2°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Budapest.
Budapest weather in February
February brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 32°F (0°C), about 9 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Budapest weather in March
March brings highs around 53°F (12°C), lows near 36°F (2°C), about 8 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Budapest.
Budapest weather in April
April brings highs around 62°F (17°C), lows near 43°F (6°C), about 9 wet days.
Budapest weather in May
May brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 53°F (11°C), about 12 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Budapest.
Budapest weather in June
June brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 62°F (16°C), about 11 wet days.
Budapest weather in July
July brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 9 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Budapest.
Budapest weather in August
August brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 8 wet days.
Budapest weather in September
September brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 8 wet days.
Budapest weather in October
October brings highs around 62°F (16°C), lows near 46°F (8°C), about 8 wet days.
Budapest weather in November
November brings highs around 49°F (10°C), lows near 38°F (3°C), about 9 wet days.
Budapest weather in December
December brings highs around 41°F (5°C), lows near 31°F (0°C), about 8 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Seasons in Budapest
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Budapest is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 62°F (17°C) and nights around 44°F (7°C); expect showers on roughly 28 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Budapest runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 63°F (17°C); expect showers on roughly 28 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Budapest stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 61°F (16°C) and nights around 47°F (8°C); expect showers on roughly 25 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Budapest runs cold, with daytime highs averaging 42°F (6°C) and nights around 30°F (-1°C); expect showers on roughly 27 days across the season, plus around 6 snowy days.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Budapest
The best time to visit Budapest is generally April to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 75°F (24°C).
Pack for Budapest with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 64°F (18°C).
Budapest temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.