February · Hungary
Best time to visit Budapest in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Budapest in February
Average temperature 4°C, 36 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
5.4/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 36 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
February in Budapest scores 5.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 4°C, 36 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
May to September brings 22°C Danube breezes; soak in Széchenyi's steam or sip ruin bars under warm dusk.
February in Budapest — middling scores, decent value
Expect 4°C (39°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 36 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 5.4/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Budapest — 4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Budapest in February?
- In February, Budapest averages 4°C, 36 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.4/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Budapest?
- February earns a 5.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Budapest in February?
- Expect about 36 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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