January 20 is generally a great time to visit Budapest. While there is a slight chance of rain (20%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 3°C weather. Moderate travel demand makes this an excellent time for a balanced Budapest experience.
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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 January 20
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 3.4°C. 20% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Budapest in January
Based on historical data for January 20, Budapest typically experiences temperatures between -2.2°C and 3.4°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (20% 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
3.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-2.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
0.1°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
20%
Avg 1.1mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.4 cm
~20% chance
Pressure
1019.6 hPa
High volatility
Budapest Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 267 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 401 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 668 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
1°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
49/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~143
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Budapest
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:24
☀️ Noon
11:55
🌇 Sunset
16:27
⏱️ Daylight
9h 2m
Wind Speed
13.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
3.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
84%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Budapest
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
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 January 20 averages 3.4°C with a 20% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 32/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 13
3.7°C • 12% rain
Score
41
January 14
3.5°C • 12% rain
Score
40
January 15
3.6°C • 14% rain
Score
40
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📍 Is Budapest Worth Visiting on January 20?
Planning a trip to Budapest on January 20? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 3.4°C with a 20% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 143 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 January 20 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 8.4°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to -11.3°C in 2017.