What to pack for Budapest in February
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 73%; max daily wind around 20 km/h.
How February compares
Best months in Budapest: May–June & September–October. See the full best time to visit Budapest guide.
Budapest in February: the details
In February, Budapest sees average daytime highs of 9°C (49°F) and overnight lows of 1°C (33°F). Rainfall totals roughly 29 mm across 7.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.1 hours per day with 10 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 73%.
In context: February is the 10th-warmest month and the driest in Budapest. The sunniest month is June (12.9 h/day).
| Metric | February average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 9°C / 49°F |
| Overnight low | 1°C / 33°F |
| Rainfall | 29 mm over 7.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.1 h/day (10 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 73% |
| Travel score | 4.5 / 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 February?
Daytime highs in Budapest in February average 9°C (49°F); nights drop to about 1°C.
Does it rain in Budapest in February?
Expect around 7.8 rainy days and 29 mm of rainfall in February.
Is February a good time to visit Budapest?
February is a challenging month to visit Budapest — consider May–June & September–October instead. Overall travel score: 4.5/10. The best months are May–June & September–October.
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