Budapest Weather in January
Hungary · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Budapest is cold, with average daytime highs around 5°C (40°F) and nighttime lows near -1°C (30°F). Expect roughly 33mm of precipitation spread over about 6 rainy days, with little rainfall.
Avg high
5°C
40°F
Avg low
-1°C
30°F
Rainfall
33mm
dry
Rainy days
6
days with ≥1mm
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Budapest in January?
- January in Budapest is cold, with average daytime highs around 5°C (40°F) and nighttime lows near -1°C (30°F). Expect roughly 33mm of precipitation spread over about 6 rainy days, with little rainfall.
- Does it rain a lot in Budapest in January?
- Budapest sees around 33mm of precipitation in January on average — dry by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Budapest?
- January is a workable month to visit Budapest, but expect some weather trade-offs.