Budapest weather in January (Pest, Hungary)
What kind of weather does January bring to Budapest? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
The month of January in Budapest typically brings low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 4°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -3°C. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.
Precipitation
Budapest in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 39 mm for the month. This month is perfect for outdoor adventures, thanks to its lack of rain. Make the most of this dry weather. Climate data suggests that about 12 days will experience snow/rainfall.Average sunshine
This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 61 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Budapest. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Budapest climate page with graphs.
Budapest, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-3°C
Max Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
39 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
79%
Windspeed
7 km/h
Sunshine
61 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Hungary in January
Find out more about the weather in Hungary and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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