The climate of Hungary
The current climate in Hungary features temperatures ranging from a high of 28°C to a low of 4°C throughout the year. 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.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Hungary.
Temperature records
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.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Hungary gets 571 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 14 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate in Hungary is based on weather data from Budapest. Other places, like BalatonmeerDebrecen, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Hungary to get the 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 nice 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.
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Climate Table of Hungary
The climate table of Hungary shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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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.
Popular destinations in Hungary
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Hungary. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Hungary
Yearly Temperature in Hungary
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Hungary. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Hungary
Total Yearly Precipitation in Hungary
Average Snowfall per Month in Hungary
Total Yearly Snowfall in Hungary
UV index chart
This chart 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.
Average UV Index per Month in Hungary
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.
Hidde Spil
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.
EsméeThe 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 pools were great!
JuliaIdeal for swimming at Lake Balaton and exploring the beautiful capital Budapest. Truly a sunny place!
AnnaOf course, it is not a sunny place and it is still too early for winter sports. Temperatures were between 2°C and 14°C.
ReinNot an ideal time to visit if you are a sun lover. For winter sports, however, this is not enough.
AmberThe air temperature was moderate, between 8 and 15 °C. Too cool for sunbathing, no snow for winter sports, but fine for sightseeing.
Puck BijlsmaIdeal for swimming, sunbathing and outdoor activities. An ideal place for sunbathing!
ElinSome nice sunny days, but also some rain and even some snow in some higher elevations. Still too unpredictable for a true sun lover.
FleurIt was not too hot, so it was comfortable to travel. Hungary is not a typical destination for a sun or beach vacation, but the weather was certainly very good.
TeunDespite the cold, the crisp snowy landscape adds to the atmosphere. Good location for winter sports, but for sightseeing it can be chilly.
BramNo snow for winter sports, but ideal for visiting the city and relaxing in the thermal baths. Warm clothing is required.
CeesNice weather good temperature kkm every year to Hungary but a lot around Budapest now I go south for r weke. Or longer
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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.