Best time to visit
Best time to visit Hungary
Our pick: May and SeptemberBest valueChecked 22 October 2026
Best value: Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Busy and pricier: Jun–Aug, Dec. Quiet: Jan–Feb, Nov.
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Budapest works all year: summer festivals and rooftop bars, autumn wine and winter thermal baths. The Sziget music festival takes over an island in the Danube each August.
Month by month in Budapest
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- M5°
- A11°
- M16°
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- J23°
- A22°
- S17°
- O11°
- N5°
- D0°
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Average temperature each month (NASA POWER, 2001 to 2025), coloured by season.
Before you go
- The outdoor thermal pools at Széchenyi are open, and steaming, even in the snow.
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Questions people ask
Is Budapest good in winter?
Yes. It's cold, but the thermal baths, Christmas markets and cheap hotels make it a great winter break.
What is the warmest month in Budapest?
July, averaging 23°C. The coolest is January, at -2°C.
When is peak season in Hungary?
Jun–Aug, Dec, when prices are highest. For better value, try Mar–May, Sep–Oct.