Budapest · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonHungary · Europe
Max Temp
27.9°C
Min Temp
15.7°C
Sunshine
7.7 h/day
Rain Days
4 days
Rainfall
66.9 mm
Humidity
66%
Avg Temp
21.9°C
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Budapest — with 8 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 28°C.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 28°C, cooling to 16°C at night (daily average: 22°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 67 mm total.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Packing list for Budapest in August
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Budapest?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Budapest (Climate Score: 81/100). Pleasant temperatures (28°C), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (4) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Budapest in August?
- In August, Budapest sees daily highs of 28°C. Nights cool to 16°C, with a daily average of 22°C.
- How much rain falls in Budapest in August?
- In August, Budapest receives an average of 67 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Budapest get in August?
- Budapest averages 8 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
