Geography of Hungary
Geography of Hungary: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Hungary
Slovakia is 100 mi to the north-west, Vienna International Airport is 122 mi to the west, Austria is 133 mi to the north-west and Vienna is 133 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 47°29′52.4″N 19°2′24.7″E (47.4979, 19.0402)
Quick facts about Hungary
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 47°29′52.4″N 19°2′24.7″E (47.4979, 19.0402) |
| Capital | Budapest |
| Population | 9.600.000 |
| Area | 35.918 sq mi |
| ISO code | HU |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | HUN |
| Currency | Hungarian forint (HUF) |
| Languages | Hungarian |
| Calling code | +36 |
| Time zone | Europe/Budapest |
| Local time | 10:57 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Geography by city in Hungary
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by river in Hungary
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
Summary
Hungary is a country in Europe. Hungary is a country in Europe with its capital at Budapest. It has a population of about 9.6 million. The capital is Budapest.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Hungary with clear sky. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 68°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 74%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.6/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Hungary 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 Danube River, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes and Plitvice Lakes National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 83°F is 3.4°F below the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Hungary today at 8.1/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Hungary 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).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hungary?
Hungary is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 47.4979, 19.0402. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Hungary right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 48% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hungary?
April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Hungary, which has a continental climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hungary in?
Hungary observes Europe/Budapest (UTC+02:00). The local time is 10:57 AM.
How many people live in Hungary?
Hungary has a population of approximately 9.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Hungary?
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 Hungary?
Popular options include Danube River, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes, Plitvice Lakes National Park and Lake Bled.
What places are in Hungary?
Hungary covers 2 places in this atlas, including Budapest and Danube River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 22, 2026 at 10:57 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
