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Budapest weather in January

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Budapest January weather at a glance

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In January, Budapest averages 1.8°C, with typical highs of 5.6°C and lows of -1.1°C. The historical average is 8 wet days and 80% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in January, it is 4°C warmer than Seoul, with 3 more wet days.

Budapest January temperature & humidity

Average1.8°CHigh 5.6° / low -1.1°
Humidity80%
Wet days8 days26% of days
Day–night range6.7°

Budapest January rain & wet days

Wet days8 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days26%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Budapest in January

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings.

  • DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high 5.6°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low -1.1°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
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Budapest January sunrise & sunset times

2026 January · Local time (Europe/Budapest)

Sunrise on the 15th07:27
Sunset on the 15th16:20
Daylight duration8h 53m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-01-0107:3216:038h 32m
2026-01-1507:2716:208h 53m
2026-01-3107:1216:449h 32m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Budapest

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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January weather by year

January 20241.3°11 wet days, 77% humidity
January 20252.3°5 wet days, 84% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

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27°-4°
34°0°2mm
43°-2°
51°-3°
612°-1°
712°4°1.4mm
89°4°
913°6°1.6mm
1010°0°3.1mm
113°-1°
123°0°
134°-1°
143°-3°
151°-2°2.9mm
162°-1°
172°-1°
181°-2°
190°-2°
20-1°-3°
211°-2°
221°-1°
235°-1°
248°1°
256°0°
2613°3°
2713°3°
2812°7°
2913°4°
3011°1°
3110°1°

Frequently asked questions

What is Budapest weather like in January?

In January, Budapest averages 1.8°C, with typical highs of 5.6°C and lows of -1.1°C. The historical average is 8 wet days and 80% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Budapest in January?

There are about 8 wet days in January. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Budapest in January?

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings.

What are the best months to visit Budapest?

Recent weather data rates April, May, June, July among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Budapest weather in January in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Budapest in January?

On 2026-01-15, calculated sunrise is 07:27 and sunset is 16:20 in local time (Europe/Budapest). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations