What is the climate like in Hungary?

The climate of Hungary has an average yearly temperature of 18°C. Throughout the year, the average monthly temperature can drop to 4°C and rise to 29°C.

Annually, about 521 mm of rain falls. This gives a good overview of how much rain to expect in Hungary. Additionally, about 13 cm of snow falls each year.

The best time to visit Hungary is May until October. During this period, you will experience pleasant temperatures and not too much rain, making it ideal to visit Hungary.


  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Daytime temperature (°C) 4 8 12 17 22 27 29 29 24 18 11 6
Rainfall (mm) 32 28 23 29 62 63 62 52 52 46 34 38
Snowfall (cm) 5,4 2,6 0,9 0,4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0,2 2,7

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  • Average yearly temperature: 18°C
  • Highest temperature: 29°C in July and August
  • Lowest temperature: 4°C in January
  • Rainfall: 521 mm per year, averaging 43 mm by month
  • Driest months: 23 mm in March, 28 mm in February and 29 mm in April
  • Wettest months: 63 mm in June, 62 mm in May and 62 mm in July
  • Snowfall: 13 cm per year

Climate table Hungary

The climate table for Hungary shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snowfall, and UV index by month.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Daytime temperature (°C) 4 8 12 17 22 27 29 29 24 18 11 6
Nighttime temperature (°C) -2 0 3 7 12 16 18 17 13 8 3 0
Rainfall (mm) 32 28 23 29 62 63 62 52 52 46 34 38
Snowfall (cm) 5,4 2,6 0,9 0,4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0,2 2,7
UV Index 2 2 4 6 5 5 5 6 5 3 2 1
Best month No No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No

Temperature by month in Hungary

This graph shows the average high temperatures in degrees Celsius for each month in Hungary

Temperature by month in Hungary

Rainfall by month in Hungary

This graph shows the average monthly rainfall in millimeters in Hungary.

Rainfall by month in Hungary

Snowfall by month in Hungary

This graph shows the average snowfall in centimeters by month in Hungary.

Snowfall by month in Hungary

UV index by month in Hungary

This graph shows the average UV index by month in Hungary.

UV index by month in Hungary

Yearly temperature in Hungary

This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Hungary, measured in degrees Celsius.

Yearly temperature in Hungary

Yearly total rainfall in Hungary

This graph shows the average yearly rainfall in millimeters in Hungary.

Rainfall per year in Hungary

Yearly snowfall in Hungary

This graph shows the average yearly snowfall in Hungary, measured in centimeters.

Snowfall per year in Hungary

Weather experiences in Hungary

The weather in Hungary is rated an average of 3,8 out of 5 stars by 12 visitors.

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Weather Experience: Good StarStarStarStar

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 has been automatically translated into English

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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 pools were great!— This text has been automatically translated into English

Weather Experience: Excellent StarStarStarStarStar

Ideal for swimming at Lake Balaton and exploring the beautiful capital Budapest. Truly a sunny place!— This text has been automatically translated into English

Weather Experience: Poor StarStar

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 has been automatically translated into English

Weather Experience: Poor StarStar

Not an ideal time to visit if you are a sun lover. For winter sports, however, this is not enough.— This text has been automatically translated into English

Weather Experience: Moderate StarStarStar

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 has been automatically translated into English

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Ideal for swimming, sunbathing and outdoor activities. An ideal place for sunbathing!— This text has been automatically translated into English

Weather Experience: Moderate StarStarStar

Some nice sunny days, but also some rain and even some snow in some higher elevations. Still too unpredictable for a true sun lover.— This text has been automatically translated into English

Weather Experience: Good StarStarStarStar

It 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.— This text has been automatically translated into English

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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 has been automatically translated into English

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No snow for winter sports, but ideal for visiting the city and relaxing in the thermal baths. Warm clothing is required.— This text has been automatically translated into English

Weather Experience: Excellent StarStarStarStarStar

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 has been automatically translated into English

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Average weather in Hungary by month

Click on a month below to see in detail how the weather typically is in Hungary and what to expect. Based on the historical weather data of Hungary, you can view the average temperature, rainfall, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.