Weather in January in Hungary
Considering a trip to Hungary this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Hungary in January?
January in Hungary generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 2°C in Tornaszentandrás to 5°C in Barcs. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C in Barcs and -5°C in Tornaszentandrás. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Hungary. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Szentgotthárd with an average of 33 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Vásárosnamény with 49 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Budapest typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 61 hours of sunlight in Budapest. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For a closer look at January's conditions in Hungary, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Hungary's yearly weather, check out our Hungary climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Hungary?
Budapest
In January Budapest generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Siófok
In January Siófok generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Hévíz
In January Hévíz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Hajdúszoboszló
In January Hajdúszoboszló generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Zalakaros
In January Zalakaros generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Hungary?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Budapest, January may not be the ideal time to visit Hungary.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Budapest. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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