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

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

When to go to Hungary, Hungary

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

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

January

January in Hungary is very cold 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:

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

February

February in Hungary can be very chilly and somewhat snowy. Temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It snows a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

March

March in Hungary is pretty cool and somewhat hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) to low 50s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

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

April

If you vacation in Hungary during April, you are likely to find that it is relatively cool. 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 luggage
Pants or jeans
Standard footwear
Dresses
Light jacket or fleece
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Long skirts
Rain coat
Waterproof footwear
Socks
Umbrella

May

Traveling to Hungary in May, you will notice that it is mild. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

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

June

Traveling to Hungary in June, you will notice that it is warm and somewhat stormy. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

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

July

July in Hungary is warm and somewhat stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) to high 70s F (mid 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

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

August

If you go to Hungary in August, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

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

September

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

What to wear/what to pack:

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

October

If you visit Hungary during October, you are likely to find that it is chilly and somewhat hazy. 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 around 60 during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

November

November in Hungary can be very chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C).

It snows sometimes. 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:

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

December

December in Hungary is pretty cool and somewhat snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

It snows 5-10 days this month. 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:

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

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

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Hungary, 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 Hungary
If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate 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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