Best Time to Visit Danube River
Best time to visit Danube River: April, May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Danube River
Go in April, May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Danube River month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39° | 28° | 1,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 47° | 33° | 1,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 39° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 65° | 46° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 71° | 53° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 83° | 63° | 1,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 85° | 65° | 1,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 86° | 65° | 1,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 76° | 58° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 63° | 47° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 48° | 36° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 41° | 33° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Danube River compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Danube River.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budapest | 0 mi | 55°F | about the same | 24 in |
| Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport | 11 mi | 55°F | about the same | 22 in |
| Slovakia | 100 mi | 54°F | 33°F cooler | 24 in |
| Vienna International Airport | 122 mi | 55°F | about the same | 24 in |
| Vienna | 133 mi | 54°F | 33°F cooler | 25 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Danube River is a river in Hungary. Danube River is a river known as Europe's second longest river.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Danube River with clear. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 66°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Danube River is April, May, June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 28°F.
The closest major airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD), about 11 mi away. Nearby highlights include Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes, Plitvice Lakes National Park and Lake Bled.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is 6.7°F below the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Danube River today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Danube River right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:00 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 80° / 66°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 90° / 74°
Drizzle · 20% rain · wind 9 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Danube River?
Danube River is a river in Hungary. Its coordinates are 47.4979, 19.0402. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Danube River right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with clear. Humidity is 56% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Danube River?
April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Danube River, which has a continental climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Danube River in?
Danube River observes Europe/Budapest (UTC+02:00). The local time is 4:00 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Danube River?
The closest airports are Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD), 11 mi away, Vienna International Airport (VIE), 122 mi away and Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), 282 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Danube River?
Popular options include Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes, Plitvice Lakes National Park and Lake Bled.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (rivers) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
