February weather forecast
Budapest, Hungary

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The majestic Buda Castle Royal Palace in Budapest, Hungary, with a view of the Szecheny Chain Bridge and the rest of the vast city
The majestic Buda Castle Royal Palace in Budapest, Hungary, with a view of the Szecheny Chain Bridge and the rest of the vast city

Weather in February

February might still be a winter month but signals the start of a gradual transition towards spring. It experiences a slight rise in average temperatures, from January's highs and lows to 4.7°C (40.5°F) and -0.7°C (30.7°F), respectively. Rainfall increases to 33mm (1.3"), resulting in Budapest's landscapes starting to shed their winter whites. As days lengthen, so do the opportunities for sightseeing with around 10.3 daylight hours per day. Despite being one of the wetter months, February offers a gentle prelude to the advent of spring, complete with stunning vistas of thawing landscapes against a backdrop of crisp, clear skies.

Temperature

February's onset in Budapest sees an average high-temperature of a still icy 4.7°C (40.5°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Budapest, in the month of February, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of -0.7°C (30.7°F).

Humidity

In Budapest, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

Rainfall

In Budapest, in February, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.9 rainfall days, and 339mm (13.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Budapest, in February, during 6.3 snowfall days, 57mm (2.24") of snow is typically accumulated. In Budapest, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 205mm (8.07") of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Budapest is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:27 CET.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in February translates into these instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Budapest during February?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F) and a low-temperature of -0.7°C (30.7°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Budapest?

In Budapest, Hungary, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

How many days does it rain in February in Budapest?

In February, in Budapest, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout February, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Budapest?

In Budapest, in February, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 57mm (2.24") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Budapest?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Budapest?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:27 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Budapest?

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Budapest.

How long on average sun shines in February in Budapest?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Budapest?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Budapest, Hungary, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average temperature in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average high temperature in February: 4.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -0.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.7°C).

Average pressure in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average pressure in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average pressure in February: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.8mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average wind speed in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average wind speed in February: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average humidity in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average rainfall in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average rainfall in February: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (17mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average rainfall days in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average snowfall in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average snowfall in February: 57mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (70mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average snowfall days in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average sunshine days in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average sunshine days in February: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average UV index in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average UV index in February: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average cloud cover in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average cloud cover in February: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in February
Budapest, Hungary

Average visibility in February - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average visibility in February: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).

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