Best Time to Visit Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
Budapest is at its sunniest and driest in August–September.
The best time to visit Budapest for sunny, dry weather is August–September — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through September–October and December–April; the wetter half falls in May–August and November. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 0.5°C / 32.9°F in January to 21.9°C / 71.4°F in July, with rainfall from 29 mm / 1.1 in (February) to 62 mm / 2.4 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Budapest, Budapest, Hungary's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Budapest's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 21.6°C70.9°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 17°C62.6°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Budapest?
The best time to visit Budapest for sunny, dry weather is August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 21.9°C / 71.4°F, and the driest is February with about 29 mm / 1.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Budapest's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Budapest?
The rainy season at Budapest, Budapest runs through May–August and November, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 43 mm / 1.7 in. The wettest single month is June (62 mm / 2.4 in).
What is the driest month in Budapest?
The driest month in Budapest is February, averaging about 29 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 2.4°C / 36.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Budapest?
The least comfortable months for travel to Budapest — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, June, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 62 mm / 2.4 in in June, and the coldest month averages 0.5°C / 32.9°F.
Is Budapest climate different from Hungary overall?
Yes, usually. Our Budapest figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Hungary figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Budapest specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.