What’s the climate like in Hungary?
The current climate of Hungary features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 28°C during the day to lows of 4°C. The average yearly temperature is around 17°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -2°C and in the warmer months around 16°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Hungary in recent years was 38°C in August 2017. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -10°C in January 2017.
On average, Hungary gets 571 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 14 cm is snowfall. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate of Hungary is based on weather data from Budapest. Other spots, like BalatonmeerDebrecen, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Hungary for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Hungary?
The best time to visit Hungary for sunny weather is May through September. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Hungary. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Hungary
The climate table of Hungary shows the average temperatures, precipitation, snow, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 4 | 8 | 12 | 17 | 21 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 22 | 17 | 10 | 5 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 33 | 35 | 26 | 31 | 69 | 55 | 68 | 68 | 59 | 46 | 37 | 44 |
| Snow (cm) | 6,4 | 2,2 | 1,1 | 0,6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,8 | 2,8 |
| UV Index | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 17°C
- Highest temperature: 28°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 4°C in January
- Precipitation*: 571 mm per year, averaging 48 mm per month
- Snowfall: 14 cm per year
- Driest months: 26 mm in March, 31 mm in April and 33 mm in January
- Wettest months: 69 mm in May, 68 mm in July and 68 mm in August
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Hungary
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Hungary. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Hungary
This graph shows how much precipitation Hungary gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Hungary
This graph shows how much snow Hungary gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Hungary
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Hungary. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Hungary
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Hungary. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Hungary
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Hungary over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Hungary
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Hungary over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimetres, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Hungary
The weather in Hungary is rated an average of 3,8 out of 5 stars by 12 visitors. Have you been to Hungary? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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October in Hungary proved surprisingly pleasant with moderate temperatures around 15 degrees. The sun shone regularly, but there were also a few rainy days. Of course, there is no guarantee of sun or snow, but the scenery and culture make up for a lot.— This text is automatically translated to English
The air was clean, pleasantly warm during the day and cool at night. There was very little rain. With no beach, no sea to swim in, but the thermal baths were great!— This text is automatically translated to English
Ideal for swimming at Lake Balaton and exploring the beautiful capital Budapest. Truly a sunny spot!— This text is automatically translated to English
Of course, it is not a sunny place and it is still too early for winter sports. Temperatures were between 2°C and 14°C.— This text is automatically translated to English
Not an ideal time to visit if you are a sun lover. For winter sports, however, this is not enough.— This text is automatically translated to English
The air temperature was moderate, between 8 and 15 °C. Too cool for sunbathing, no snow for winter sports, but fine for sightseeing.— This text is automatically translated to English
Ideal for swimming, sunbathing and outdoor activities. An ideal spot for sunbathing!— This text is automatically translated to English
Some nice sunny days, but also some rain and even some snow in some higher areas. Still too unpredictable for a true sun lover.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was not too hot, so it was comfortable to travel. Hungary is not a typical destination for a sun or beach holiday, but the weather was certainly very good.— This text is automatically translated to English
Despite the cold, the crisp snowy landscape adds to the atmosphere. Good location for winter sports, but for sightseeing it can be chilly.— This text is automatically translated to English
No snow for winter sports, but ideal for visiting the city and relaxing in the thermal baths. Warm clothes are required.— This text is automatically translated to English
Nice weather good temperature kkm every year to Hungary but a lot around Budapest now I go south for r weke. Or longer— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Hungary by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Hungary. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
