What to pack for Budapest in December
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 87%; max daily wind around 15 km/h. Snow falls on about 1.8 days.
How December compares
Best months in Budapest: May–June & September–October. See the full best time to visit Budapest guide.
Budapest in December: the details
In December, Budapest sees average daytime highs of 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows of 0°C (32°F). Rainfall totals roughly 66 mm across 10 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3.7 hours per day with 8.3 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 87%.
In context: December is the 11th-warmest month and the third-wettest in Budapest. The sunniest month is June (12.9 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 5°C / 41°F |
| Overnight low | 0°C / 32°F |
| Rainfall | 66 mm over 10 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3.7 h/day (8.3 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 87% |
| Travel score | 1.3 / 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 December?
Daytime highs in Budapest in December average 5°C (41°F); nights drop to about 0°C.
Does it rain in Budapest in December?
Expect around 10 rainy days and 66 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Budapest?
December is a challenging month to visit Budapest — consider May–June & September–October instead. Overall travel score: 1.3/10. The best months are May–June & September–October.
Where should you go next month?
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