HungaryThe weather in August in Budapest
It's warm in August in Budapest with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Budapest. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Budapest, Hungary. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2017, Budapest reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 68 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Budapest
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Budapest. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Budapest | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Budapest with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 28°C, with nights around 17°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Budapest is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Budapest, Hungary. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Budapest
Temperature in August in Budapest over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Budapest, 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.
Daily Precipitation in August in Budapest
Total precipitation in August in Budapest over the years
Daily UV index in August in Budapest
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Budapest, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Budapest by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Budapest. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.