Best time to visit Budapest
The best months to visit Budapest are September, June and May, based on month-by-month temperature and rainfall data. The full year of weather, daylight, holidays, and festival timing is below.
September, June and May score best for Budapest weather:
- May22° / 10°CMay is warm but showery, so pair outdoor bridges with indoor baths or market halls.
- June26° / 14°CJune is warm and Budapest's wettest month, with storms possible around Danube boat plans.
- September22° / 11°CSeptember is comfortable, strong for Danube Bend day trips and Jewish Quarter evenings.
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By TripSapien Research · Updated May 20, 2026
Budapest weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain (mm) | Rainy days | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3° | -4° | 35 | 6 | 9h |
| February | 6° | -3° | 30 | 6 | 10h |
| March | 11° | 0° | 30 | 6 | 12h |
| April | 17° | 5° | 35 | 6 | 13h |
| MayBest weather | 22° | 10° | 55 | 8 | 15h |
| JuneBest weather | 26° | 14° | 60 | 7 | 16h |
| July | 28° | 15° | 55 | 6 | 15h |
| August | 28° | 15° | 50 | 6 | 14h |
| SeptemberBest weather | 22° | 11° | 45 | 6 | 12h |
| October | 16° | 6° | 45 | 6 | 11h |
| November | 9° | 2° | 45 | 7 | 9h |
| December | 3° | -3° | 40 | 7 | 8h |
Temperatures in °C. Long-term monthly averages.
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Budapest month by month
January
Budapest in January: 2.8°C high, -4°C low, 35mm rain over 6 days, 8.7h daylight. Cold and clearer — short daylight but skies open.
February
Budapest in February: 5.5°C high, -3.2°C low, 30mm rain over 6 days, 10h daylight. Cold and clearer — short daylight but skies open.
March
Budapest in March: 10.8°C high, 0.4°C low, 30mm rain over 6 days, 11.6h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
Budapest Spring Festival
April
Budapest in April: 17.2°C high, 4.9°C low, 35mm rain over 6 days, 13.4h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
MayBest weather
Budapest in May: 21.9°C high, 9.6°C low, 55mm rain over 8 days, 14.9h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
JuneBest weather
Budapest in June: 25.6°C high, 13.5°C low, 60mm rain over 7 days, 15.7h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
Jewish Summer Festival
July
Budapest in July: 27.6°C high, 15.2°C low, 55mm rain over 6 days, 15.4h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
Jewish Summer Festival
August
Budapest in August: 27.7°C high, 14.9°C low, 50mm rain over 6 days, 14.1h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
Firework above Danube River (21:00 on 20 Aug) · Jewish Summer Festival
SeptemberBest weather
Budapest in September: 22°C high, 10.5°C low, 45mm rain over 6 days, 12.3h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
October
Budapest in October: 16°C high, 5.5°C low, 45mm rain over 6 days, 10.6h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
November
Budapest in November: 9.1°C high, 1.7°C low, 45mm rain over 7 days, 9h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
December
Budapest in December: 3.3°C high, -2.7°C low, 40mm rain over 7 days, 8.3h daylight. Cold and clearer — short daylight but skies open.
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