Hungary Weather Forecast
Hungary weather: 66°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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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).
Best time to visit Hungary
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.
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.
How Hungary compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Hungary.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Austria | 133 mi | 54°F | 33°F cooler | 25 in |
| Krakow | 182 mi | 51°F | 36°F cooler | 28 in |
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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 66°F (19°C) with clear. Humidity is 47% and wind is 5 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 1:47 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 24, 2026 at 1:47 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
