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Hungary Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hungary in December.

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Budapest Siófok Hévíz Hajdúszoboszló

Are you planning a trip a to Hungary in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Hungary in December

December in Hungary generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Tornaszentandrás to 6°C (43°F) in Csokonyavisonta. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Csokonyavisonta and -3°C (27°F) in Tornaszentandrás. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For a closer look at conditions across Hungary, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Miskolctapolca with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Barcs with 64 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in December. Budapest sees roughly 51 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Hungary by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hungary — and find the best time to visit. (based on Budapest)

January4°C (39°F) February6°C (43°F) March12°C (54°F) April18°C (64°F) May23°C (73°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September23°C (73°F) October17°C (63°F) November10°C (50°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Hungary in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Hungary.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Hungary

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Hungary?

Temperature range in Hungary (December)

Precipitation variation in Hungary (December)

Budapest

In December Budapest generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
51 hours
61 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Budapest →

Siófok

In December Siófok generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Siófok →

Hévíz

In December Hévíz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
53 hours
63 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hévíz →

Hajdúszoboszló

In December Hajdúszoboszló generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
74 hours
46 hours
58 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Hajdúszoboszló →

Zalakaros

In December Zalakaros generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Zalakaros →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Hungary in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Budapest 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Siófok 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Hévíz 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Hajdúszoboszló 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Eger 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Balatonlelle 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Hungary weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hungary in December?

Hungary typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Budapest average around 5°C (41°F), and temperatures drop to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Hungary in December?

Average temperatures in Hungary during December range from a nighttime low near -2°C (28°F) to a daytime high around 5°C (41°F) in Budapest.

Does Hungary get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Hungary during December, with Budapest averaging close to 47 mm (1.9 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Hungary?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Hungary with often poor weather in Budapest.

On average, the best time to visit Hungary is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Budapest. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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