01Weather
Budapest weather in November
Afternoons in November average 9.6 °C (49 °F) and nights cool to 3.1 °C (38 °F). The month brings about 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain spread over roughly 9 days. Compared with October it is 7.5 °C cooler; December is 4.6 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical November | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 15 °C / 58 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 4 °C / 39 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | -1 °C / 29 °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) | 5.5 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 30 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest November day 2016–2025 | 21.4 °C / -6.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 November | 06:27 | 16:26 | 10.0 h |
| 15 November | 06:48 | 16:08 | 9.3 h |
| 30 November | 07:09 | 15:55 | 8.8 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 72 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Budapest).
03Crowds
How busy Budapest is in November
quiet The main sights are quiet in November. What drives it:
- All Saints' Day on 1 November
- Christmas markets open late November
- fog season
04Public holidays
Public holidays in November 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 1 Nov 2026 | All Saints Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Budapest in November
Every year in November
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas markets | mid-November to early January, Vörösmarty Square and St Stephen's Basilica | seasonal |
07Packing
What to pack for Budapest in November
- a winter coat, gloves and a hat
- thermal layer for early mornings
- waterproof shoes
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- gloves: frost on about 6 mornings
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
November is cold, grey and quiet, with afternoons around 8 °C, All Saints' Day on 1 November with candles at the Kerepesi cemetery, fog over the river and the Christmas markets opening mid-month at Vörösmarty Square and the Basilica, with the light show on the Basilica's façade every evening. The first market weekends are far less crowded than December. Hotel rates are at their lowest.
Rain or sleet falls on about eight days. St Martin's Day on 11 November brings roast goose and the new wine. The baths are at their winter best. The Parliament is easy to book. Daylight runs from about half past six to four thirty. For the Christmas markets at full strength and the Christmas Eve closures, see December.
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 November? See the best time to visit Budapest.
10Elsewhere
November in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Prague in November | 8 °C | 7 |
| Venice in November | 13 °C | 8 |
| Rome in November | 18 °C | 9 |
| Copenhagen in November | 8 °C | – |
| Amsterdam in November | 10 °C | 13 |
| Paris in November | 11 °C | 13 |
11FAQ
Budapest in November: your questions
Is November a good time to visit Budapest?
November is a reasonable month with trade-offs to visit Budapest. Daytime highs average 10 °C (49 °F), rain falls on about 9 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are quiet.
What is the weather like in Budapest in November?
Expect cold days around 10 °C (49 °F) and nights near 3 °C (38 °F). One November in ten brings afternoons above 15 °C, and one in ten stays below 4 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Budapest in November?
November brings about 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain over roughly 9 days, which is showery by Budapest standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 30 percent.
What should I wear in Budapest in November?
Pack a winter coat, gloves and a hat, thermal layer for early mornings, waterproof shoes.
Is Budapest crowded in November?
The main sights are quiet in November. Main drivers: All Saints' Day on 1 November; Christmas markets open late November; fog season.
What time does it get dark in Budapest in November?
Around the middle of November the sun sets at about 16:08 and rises at 06:48, giving 9.3 hours of daylight.