What to pack for Budapest in May
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 67%; max daily wind around 18 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Budapest: May–June & September–October. See the full best time to visit Budapest guide.
Budapest in May: the details
In May, Budapest sees average daytime highs of 21°C (69°F) and overnight lows of 11°C (52°F). Rainfall totals roughly 93 mm across 12.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.5 hours per day with 14.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 67%.
In context: May is the 5th-warmest month and the wettest in Budapest. The sunniest month is June (12.9 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 21°C / 69°F |
| Overnight low | 11°C / 52°F |
| Rainfall | 93 mm over 12.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.5 h/day (14.9 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 67% |
| Travel score | 8.8 / 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 May?
Daytime highs in Budapest in May average 21°C (69°F); nights drop to about 11°C.
Does it rain in Budapest in May?
Expect around 12.3 rainy days and 93 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Budapest?
May is one of the best months to visit Budapest. Overall travel score: 8.8/10. The best months are May–June & September–October.
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