01Weather
Budapest weather in April
Afternoons in April average 17.8 °C (64 °F) and nights cool to 6.8 °C (44 °F). The month brings about 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain spread over roughly 8 days. Compared with March it is 5.1 °C warmer; May is 3.9 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical April | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 25 °C / 76 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 11 °C / 52 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 2 °C / 35 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 1.6 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 26 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest April day 2016–2025 | 29.1 °C / -3.6 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April | 06:22 | 19:13 | 12.8 h |
| 15 April | 05:54 | 19:32 | 13.6 h |
| 30 April | 05:28 | 19:53 | 14.4 h |
Daylight grows by about 96 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Budapest).
03Crowds
How busy Budapest is in April
busy The main sights are busy in April. What drives it:
- Easter
- blossom on Margaret Island
- spring festival continues
04Public holidays
Public holidays in April 2027
No public holidays in Hungary fall in April, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Budapest in April
Every year in April
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Budapest Spring Festival | April, classical music | music |
07Packing
What to pack for Budapest in April
- a warm jacket or coat
- scarf for windy evenings
- closed, water-resistant shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
April is mild and bright, with afternoons around 17 °C, blossom on Margaret Island and in the Buda hills, Easter crowds and the first terrace afternoons on the Danube embankment. The Spring Festival fills the Liszt Academy and the Müpa concert halls. Showers are common but brief, on about eight days. It is one of the best months to visit, before the summer heat and prices.
Easter Monday is a public holiday, and many shops close from Good Friday. The Budapest Spring Festival runs for two weeks in April. The baths' outdoor pools are pleasant again. The Margaret Island running track and the Normafa hills fill at weekends. For the warm, green month with Labour Day and the ruin-bar gardens, see May.
09Compare
Budapest month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4 °C | -2 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| February | 8 °C | 0 °C | 12 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| March | 13 °C | 3 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 18 °C | 7 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 22 °C | 11 °C | 12 | – | busy | Good |
| June | 28 °C | 16 °C | 11 | – | busy | Good |
| July | 29 °C | 18 °C | 10 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 29 °C | 17 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 24 °C | 13 °C | 10 | – | busy | Good |
| October | 17 °C | 8 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| November | 10 °C | 3 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| December | 5 °C | 0 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about April? See the best time to visit Budapest.
10Elsewhere
April in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Prague in April | 15 °C | 9 |
| Venice in April | 17 °C | 7 |
| Rome in April | 20 °C | 7 |
| Copenhagen in April | 11 °C | – |
| Amsterdam in April | 14 °C | 7 |
| Paris in April | 16 °C | 10 |
11FAQ
Budapest in April: your questions
Is April a good time to visit Budapest?
April is one of the best months to visit Budapest. Daytime highs average 18 °C (64 °F), rain falls on about 8 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Budapest in April?
Expect mild days around 18 °C (64 °F) and nights near 7 °C (44 °F). One April in ten brings afternoons above 25 °C, and one in ten stays below 11 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Budapest in April?
April brings about 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain over roughly 8 days, which is fairly dry by Budapest standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 26 percent.
What should I wear in Budapest in April?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is Budapest crowded in April?
The main sights are busy in April. Main drivers: Easter; blossom on Margaret Island; spring festival continues.
What time does it get dark in Budapest in April?
Around the middle of April the sun sets at about 19:32 and rises at 05:54, giving 13.6 hours of daylight.