Szeged Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Szeged.

Climate overview of Szeged

Szeged, Csongrád-Csanád, Hungary, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 30°C (86°F) in August, while winters cool to 5°C (41°F) in January.

Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 629 mm (25 in), with June being the wettest month. The city also has very warm summers and cold winters. July is the sunniest month, averaging 9.4 hours of sunshine per day.

Szeged Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Szeged - and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Szeged

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Szeged. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 30°C (86°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C (41°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 17°C (63°F) in August to -2°C (28°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Szeged

Generally, Szeged has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 629 mm (25 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Szeged experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 68 mm (2.7 in) in June, the wettest month, and 38 mm (1.5 in) in January, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Szeged Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

Sunshine Hours in Szeged

Szeged can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Humidity in Szeged by Month

Wind Speed in Szeged

Best Time to Visit Szeged

The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Szeged is usually found in May, June and September. Conditions are generally least comfortable in January, February and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: May, June and September
  • Warmest weather: July and August
  • Most sunshine: July
  • Fewest rainy days: August, September and October
  • Seasonal pattern: Very warm summers and cold winters
  • Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -2°C (28°F).

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Szeged

What is the best time to visit Szeged?

May, June and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Szeged. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Szeged has very warm summers and cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Szeged?

Daytime highs range from 5°C (41°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -2°C (28°F) to 17°C (63°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Szeged get?

Annual rainfall is around 629 mm (25 in). June is the wettest month with 68 mm (2.7 in), while January is the driest with 38 mm (1.5 in).

How sunny is Szeged?

Szeged receives around 1,999 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 281 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 52 hours.

Szeged 3-Day Forecast

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