March 21 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Budapest. With minimal rain risk (10%) and pleasant highs of 12°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. 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 March 21
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.1°C. 10% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Budapest in March
Based on historical data for March 21, Budapest typically experiences temperatures between 1.5°C and 12.1°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (10% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Budapest
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
1.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
10%
Avg 0.4mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~10% chance
Pressure
1018.4 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 82% 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
🔴 32 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 48 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 80 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.4°C
Dry air
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
59/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~173
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Budapest
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:46
☀️ Noon
11:52
🌇 Sunset
17:57
⏱️ Daylight
12h 11m
Wind Speed
14.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
68%
Slightly humid
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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 March 21 averages 12.1°C with a 10% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 81/100."
— 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
March 25
13.2°C • 14% rain
Score
87
March 28
14.4°C • 20% rain
Score
87
March 24
13°C • 13% rain
Score
86
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Budapest Worth Visiting on March 21?
Planning a trip to Budapest on March 21? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.1°C with a 10% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 173 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 March 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18.2°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to -3.8°C in 2021.