The weather in Budapest - when should you visit Budapest?

Posted on | January 12, 2008 |

The weather in Budapest Hungary is one of many great advantages compared to other European cities. Hungary is situated in the temperate zone which results in a high annual average temprature: 11.2 °C in Budapest. This makes Budapest a great all year travel destination. Also the Budapest weather:

• have long and warm summers (May - August),
• more sunhours (between 1700-2200) and
• less rain then most of the other countries.

Most popular seasons are spring (Mars-April), summer (May-August) and fall (September-November). The hotest months in Budapest are July and August with temperatures usually around 30-35 °C. December and January are the coldest months with temperatures around -5 - +5.

Budapest summertime is the best choice if you want to spend most of your time outdoors. During summertime Budapest have many great outdoor parties, (Buddha Beach, Zöld pardon)festivities and music performances etc. Also there are beautiful gardens (like Margret Island, St: Istvan Park, Népliget) and great outdoor baths in nice surroundings (Palatinus, Gellert, Szécseny, Dagaly).

Budapest spring and fall are great if you want to combine outdoor and indoor activities. The Budapest weather outdoors is still very nice (usually 15 - 20 °C) but it is easier to enjoy an indoor opera, theatre, musical or exhibition without the summer warmth.

Budapest winter is often quite mild and snow is not that usual in Budapest. This period most tourist come to visit one of Europe’s biggest Christmas Fairs on Vörösmarty square in the middle of Budapest. There is usually many musical performances and exhibitions at this time of the year to enjoy. During the winter (Budapest winter invasion) many hotels offers one night for free.

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