01Weather
Budapest weather in July
Afternoons in July average 29.1 °C (84 °F) and nights cool to 17.6 °C (64 °F). The month brings about 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain spread over roughly 10 days. Compared with June it is 1.5 °C warmer; August is 0.0 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical July | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 34 °C / 94 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 24 °C / 75 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 14 °C / 57 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 13.4 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 35 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest July day 2016–2025 | 38.2 °C / 9.3 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 July | 04:50 | 20:44 | 15.9 h |
| 15 July | 05:02 | 20:37 | 15.6 h |
| 31 July | 05:20 | 20:19 | 15.0 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 54 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Budapest).
03Crowds
How busy Budapest is in July
very busy The main sights are very busy in July. What drives it:
- summer heat
- Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix
- school holidays
04Public holidays
Public holidays in July 2027
No public holidays in Hungary fall in July, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Budapest in July
Every year in July
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix | late July or early August, Hungaroring | sport |
07Packing
What to pack for Budapest in July
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- something for heat: 13 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
July is hot, often above 30 °C, with afternoons around 28 °C on average, the Formula 1 weekend at the Hungaroring filling hotels at the end of the month and school holidays across Europe. The baths, the river beaches at Római-part and the shaded courtyards are the escape. Sightseeing is best before eleven and after five. Rain falls on about eight days, as thunderstorms.
The Sziget festival preparations begin on Óbuda Island. The Fisherman's Bastion and the Castle are crowded by mid-morning. The Buda hills and the Normafa trails are cooler. Hotel rates reach their summer peak for the race weekend. Daylight lasts until nearly nine. For Sziget, St Stephen's Day and the peak, see August.
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 July? See the best time to visit Budapest.
10Elsewhere
July in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Prague in July | 26 °C | 10 |
| Venice in July | 29 °C | 7 |
| Rome in July | 33 °C | 2 |
| Copenhagen in July | 21 °C | – |
| Amsterdam in July | 22 °C | 10 |
| Paris in July | 25 °C | 10 |
11FAQ
Budapest in July: your questions
Is July a good time to visit Budapest?
July is a good month to visit Budapest. Daytime highs average 29 °C (84 °F), rain falls on about 10 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are very busy.
What is the weather like in Budapest in July?
Expect warm days around 29 °C (84 °F) and nights near 18 °C (64 °F). One July in ten brings afternoons above 34 °C, and one in ten stays below 24 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Budapest in July?
July brings about 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain over roughly 10 days, which is showery by Budapest standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 35 percent.
What should I wear in Budapest in July?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Budapest crowded in July?
The main sights are very busy in July. Main drivers: summer heat; Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix; school holidays.
What time does it get dark in Budapest in July?
Around the middle of July the sun sets at about 20:37 and rises at 05:02, giving 15.6 hours of daylight.