January 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 January

Budapest, Hungary kicks off the year with a blend of chilly temperatures and intermittent snowfall. Insight into this cold month reveals a high temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F), low as -2.7°C (27.1°F), and substantial snowfall of 70mm (2.76"). January visitors can expect a quiet and tranquil city, painted white in the occasional snow. Despite the frigid conditions, Hungary's capital city never loses its charm, bathed in approximately 9 hours of daylight each day. Overall, it is a serene time for sightseeing, savouring goulash and other local cuisines by the fireside or enjoying Budapest's famous thermal baths.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F) and a low of -2.7°C (27.1°F), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month in Budapest.

Rainfall

In Budapest, Hungary, during January, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.9 rainfall days, and 339mm (13.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Budapest are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Budapest is January, when snow falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 16:02. On the last day of January, in Budapest, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 16:42 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.5h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Budapest?

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 1.9°C (35.4°F) at the peak and -2.7°C (27.1°F) at the base.

How cold is January in Budapest?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Budapest during January are 1.9°C (35.4°F) and -2.7°C (27.1°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Budapest?

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month in Budapest, Hungary.

What is the average humidity in January in Budapest?

The average relative humidity in January in Budapest, Hungary, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Budapest in January?

In Budapest, Hungary, in January, during 9.6 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Budapest?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 70mm (2.76") of snow.

How much does it snow in Budapest in January?

In Budapest, Hungary, in January, during 8.3 snowfall days, 70mm (2.76") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Budapest have in January?

In January, the average day length in Budapest is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Budapest?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 16:02. On the last day of the month, in Budapest, Hungary, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 16:42 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Budapest?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Budapest is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Budapest?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Budapest.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Budapest?

In Budapest, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Budapest, Hungary

Average temperature in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average high temperature in January: 1.9°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 January: -2.7°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 January
Budapest, Hungary

Average pressure in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average pressure in January: 1018.9mbar

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 January
Budapest, Hungary

Average wind speed in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7km/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 January
Budapest, Hungary

Average humidity in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

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

Average rainfall in January
Budapest, Hungary

Average rainfall in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average rainfall in January: 29mm

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

Average rainfall days in January
Budapest, Hungary

Average rainfall days in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 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 January
Budapest, Hungary

Average snowfall in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average snowfall in January: 70mm

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 January
Budapest, Hungary

Average snowfall days in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.3 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 January /
Average sunshine in January
Budapest, Hungary

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

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 January: 4h and 3min

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 January
Budapest, Hungary

Average sunshine days in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15 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 January
Budapest, Hungary

Average UV index in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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 January
Budapest, Hungary

Average cloud cover in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

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 January
Budapest, Hungary

Average visibility in January - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average visibility in January: 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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