January · Hungary
Best time to visit Budapest in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
4.3/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 1°C
- Rainfall
- 48 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Sunny days
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Budapest scores 4.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 1°C, 48 mm of rain, and roughly 0 sunny days this month.
May to September brings 22°C Danube breezes; soak in Széchenyi's steam or sip ruin bars under warm dusk.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Budapest in January?
- In January, Budapest averages 1°C, 48 mm of rain, and about 0 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 4.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Budapest?
- January earns a 4.3/10 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 January?
- Expect about 48 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 0 sunny days.
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