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Pest Weather in August

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

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Planning a journey to Pest, Hungary this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Pest in August

Pest, Hungary is a region in Hungary. August in Pest generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Budapest. In Pest, Hungary, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To explore the conditions in Pest, Hungary in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Szigetszentmárton with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Nagybörzsöny with 70 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Budapest sees close to 254 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Pest by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Pest — 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 Pest in August

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

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 Pest

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Pest, Hungary?

Temperature range in Pest (August)

Precipitation variation in Pest (August)

Budapest

In August Budapest generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
254 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Budapest →

Szentendre

In August Szentendre generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
254 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Szentendre →

Visegrád

In August Visegrád generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
254 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Visegrád →

Vecsés

In August Vecsés generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
254 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vecsés →

Zebegény

In August Zebegény generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
254 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Pest, in Hungary.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Pest in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Budapest 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Szentendre 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Visegrád 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Vecsés 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Zebegény 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Vác 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

Pest weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Pest, Hungary in August?

In August, Pest, Hungary generally has perfect weather conditions. Budapest sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Pest, Hungary in August?

Daytime temperatures in Budapest peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in August, dropping to about 16°C (61°F) overnight.

Does Pest, Hungary get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Pest, Hungary during August, with Budapest averaging close to 57 mm (2.2 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Pest, Hungary?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Pest, Hungary. Typically, the climate in Budapest is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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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