February 26 is generally a great time to visit Budapest. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 8°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 February 26
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 8.4°C. 15% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Budapest in February
Based on historical data for February 26, Budapest typically experiences temperatures between -0.1°C and 8.4°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Budapest
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
8.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-0.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
5.8°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
15%
Avg 0.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~15% chance
Pressure
1018.1 hPa
High 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 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 73 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 110 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 183 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
4°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Hungary
Flight Traffic
Moderate
59/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~172
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Budapest
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:32
☀️ Noon
11:58
🌇 Sunset
17:24
⏱️ Daylight
10h 52m
Wind Speed
16 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Budapest
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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 February 26 averages 8.4°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 62/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Budapest Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Budapest Worth Visiting on February 26?
Planning a trip to Budapest on February 26? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 8.4°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 172 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 February 26 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.9°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to -9.5°C in 2018.