April 17 is generally a great time to visit Budapest. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Budapest—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Budapest
Currency
HUF
Ft Hungarian forint
Language
Hungarian
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.411
Budapest Weather Forecast for April 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.8°C. 24% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Budapest in April
Based on historical data for April 17, Budapest typically experiences temperatures between 6.7°C and 16.8°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Budapest
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
24%
Avg 1.3mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~24% chance
Pressure
1013.8 hPa
Medium volatility
Budapest Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 09:30
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 22 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 33 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 55 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
10.4°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Hungary
Flight Traffic
Moderate
58/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~168
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Budapest
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:53
☀️ Noon
11:44
🌇 Sunset
18:35
⏱️ Daylight
13h 42m
Wind Speed
15.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
66%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Budapest
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Budapest on April 17 averages 16.8°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 85/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Budapest Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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April 24
18.5°C • 20% rain
Score
93
April 23
18.5°C • 22% rain
Score
92
April 22
18.3°C • 21% rain
Score
91
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📍 Is Budapest Worth Visiting on April 17?
Planning a trip to Budapest on April 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.8°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 168 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Hungary, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26.1°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 1.2°C in 2021.