Budapest, Hungary: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Budapest, Hungary? If you're planning to go to Budapest, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Budapest, Hungary

Based on the climate and weather in Budapest, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Budapest, Hungary by month

January

January in Budapest is frigid and somewhat snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

It snows about half of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 70% to 80% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy socks
Waterproof boots
Umbrella
Cold weather footwear
Waterproof coat
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Sweaters
Gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Heavy jacket

February

February in Budapest is pretty cool and somewhat snowy. Temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It snows 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof boots
Gloves or mittens
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Heavy socks
Umbrella
Warm pants or jeans
Heavy jacket
Cold weather footwear
Sweaters
Waterproof coat

March

Traveling to Budapest in March, you will notice that it is brisk and somewhat hazy. Expect it to snow once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Fleeces
Jacket or coat
Waterproof coat
Umbrella
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof boots
Light gloves or mittens
Socks
Standard footwear

April

If you vacation in Budapest during April, you are likely to find that it can be chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Socks
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Standard footwear
Pants or jeans
Long skirts
Waterproof luggage
Rain coat
Light jacket or fleece
Umbrella
Dresses

May

May in Budapest is balmy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) to low 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Long skirts
Waterproof footwear
Rain coat
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof luggage
Pants or jeans
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Socks
Dresses
Umbrella
Standard footwear

June

June in Budapest is warm and somewhat stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Skirts
Sandals
Dresses
Shorts or short pants
Waterproof luggage
Sunscreen lotion
Light footwear
Umbrella
Rain coat
Long and short sleeve shirts

July

If you visit Budapest during July, you are likely to find that it is warm and somewhat stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Light footwear
Sandals
Dresses
Waterproof luggage
Rain coat
Long and short sleeve shirts
Umbrella
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion
Shorts or short pants

August

If you vacation in Budapest during August, you are likely to find that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Skirts
Sandals
Waterproof footwear
Umbrella
Sunscreen lotion
Long and short sleeve shirts
Light footwear
Shorts or short pants
Waterproof luggage
Rain coat

September

September in Budapest is balmy and somewhat hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) to low 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Standard footwear
Long skirts
Pants or jeans
Dresses
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Umbrella
Rain coat
Long sleeve shirts or blouses

October

October for Budapest can be chilly and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light jacket or fleece
Socks
Long skirts
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Dresses
Waterproof footwear
Pants or jeans
Standard footwear
Rain coat
Umbrella
Waterproof luggage

November

Traveling to Budapest in November, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Expect it to snow once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Waterproof boots
Light gloves or mittens
Fleeces
Umbrella
Standard footwear
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof coat
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Jacket or coat

December

December in Budapest can be brisk and somewhat snowy. Temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It snows about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy jacket
Heavy socks
Umbrella
Waterproof coat
Cold weather footwear
Sweaters
Waterproof boots
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Warm pants or jeans
Gloves or mittens

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Budapest, Hungary

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Budapest, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types C and F
A SIM card that works in Budapest
If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate clothing
If you are visiting a temple, pack respectful clothing
If you plan to visit a synagogue, take appropriate clothing
Pickpocketing is an issue, so wear a money belt or neck pouch
Appropriate museum wear
Bicycle friendly attire, if you plan on biking anywhere

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