What to pack for Budapest in April
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 62%; max daily wind around 18 km/h.
How April compares
Best months in Budapest: May–June & September–October. See the full best time to visit Budapest guide.
Budapest in April: the details
In April, Budapest sees average daytime highs of 17°C (62°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (42°F). Rainfall totals roughly 51 mm across 10.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10 hours per day with 13.4 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 62%.
In context: April is the 7th-warmest month and the 9th-wettest in Budapest. The sunniest month is June (12.9 h/day).
| Metric | April average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 17°C / 62°F |
| Overnight low | 6°C / 42°F |
| Rainfall | 51 mm over 10.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10 h/day (13.4 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 62% |
| Travel score | 8.4 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Budapest, Hungary (47.5, 19.04) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Budapest in April?
Daytime highs in Budapest in April average 17°C (62°F); nights drop to about 6°C.
Does it rain in Budapest in April?
Expect around 10.3 rainy days and 51 mm of rainfall in April.
Is April a good time to visit Budapest?
April is a good month to visit Budapest. Overall travel score: 8.4/10. The best months are May–June & September–October.
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