Monthly climate guide
Budapest weather in December
December in Budapest is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 4°C (39°F) and night-time lows near -2°C (29°F). The month usually brings about 40 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 6°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Pack for frost — nights average -2°C in December.
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Only one month is cooler in Budapest than December.
- December brings early winter to Budapest.
Avg high
4°C
39°F
Avg low
-2°C
29°F
Rainfall
40 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
91%
relative
Sky
77%
cloud · often cloudy
Budapest weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C / 36°F | -4°C / 25°F | 39 mm | 91% | 76% |
| February | 5°C / 42°F | -3°C / 27°F | 44 mm | 86% | 74% |
| March | 11°C / 53°F | 1°C / 33°F | 41 mm | 77% | 60% |
| April | 18°C / 64°F | 6°C / 42°F | 28 mm | 70% | 57% |
| May | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 50°F | 71 mm | 69% | 63% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 59°F | 63 mm | 65% | 58% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 17°C / 62°F | 68 mm | 58% | 53% |
| August | 30°C / 85°F | 17°C / 62°F | 51 mm | 57% | 45% |
| September | 24°C / 75°F | 12°C / 53°F | 58 mm | 65% | 56% |
| October | 17°C / 62°F | 7°C / 44°F | 60 mm | 76% | 63% |
| November | 10°C / 50°F | 2°C / 36°F | 40 mm | 87% | 72% |
| December | 4°C / 39°F | -2°C / 29°F | 40 mm | 91% | 77% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is December a good time to visit Budapest?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Budapest →Other Hungary cities in December
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Budapest in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Budapest?
December is cool in Budapest, with highs around 4°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Budapest in December?
Average highs are about 4°C (39°F) and average lows about -2°C (29°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Budapest in December?
Budapest typically gets around 40 mm of rain in December — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Budapest (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.