Budapest · WinterMonth summary
Budapest weather in January
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
28°F – 39°F
🌧 Rainy days
27% of days
☀️ Sunshine
5.4h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (8.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Budapest in January?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: January is a difficult time for Budapest. July (8.9/10) is much more favourable.
By trip type
Budapest in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in January
Winter in Budapest is cool (4°F during the day). Days are short (5.4h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 27% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | 28°F | 39°F | 27% | 0.0in | 5.4h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌫️ February | 32°F | 46°F | 30% | 0.1in | 7.0h | 4.4/10 |
| ⛅ March | 36°F | 54°F | 26% | 0.1in | 9.7h | 6.4/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 45°F | 64°F | 30% | 0.1in | 11.5h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 52°F | 70°F | 39% | 0.1in | 12.1h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 63°F | 81°F | 36% | 0.1in | 13.8h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 64°F | 82°F | 29% | 0.1in | 13.7h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 64°F | 84°F | 26% | 0.1in | 12.5h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 57°F | 75°F | 25% | 0.1in | 10.9h | 8.1/10 |
| ⛅ October | 46°F | 61°F | 24% | 0.1in | 8.4h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌫️ November | 37°F | 48°F | 32% | 0.1in | 5.3h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 30°F | 41°F | 29% | 0.1in | 3.9h | 3.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Budapest averages 39°F, 27% rainy days and 5.4h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.0/10.
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Comparison
January vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +24°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +2%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +8.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Budapest in January
Is January a good time to visit Budapest?
January is not recommended for Budapest (score 4.0/10). With 27% rainy days and 5.4h of sunshine, consider July (8.9/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Budapest in January?
It's cool with 39°F daytime and 28°F at night. 5.4h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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