May 17 is generally a great time to visit Budapest. While there is a slight chance of rain (27%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 21°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Budapest this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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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 May 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.9°C. 27% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Budapest in May
Based on historical data for May 17, Budapest typically experiences temperatures between 11°C and 20.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 27% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Budapest
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
20.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
11°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
21°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
27%
Avg 1.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
57%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.8 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 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 17 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 26 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 43 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.8°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
Busy
63/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~185
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Budapest
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:06
☀️ Noon
11:41
🌇 Sunset
19:17
⏱️ Daylight
15h 10m
Wind Speed
15.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.6 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
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
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 May 17 averages 20.9°C with a 27% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 96/100."
— 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
May 10
21.3°C • 21% rain
Score
98
May 11
21.2°C • 23% rain
Score
98
May 24
22.2°C • 26% rain
Score
97
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📍 Is Budapest Worth Visiting on May 17?
Planning a trip to Budapest on May 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 20.9°C with a 27% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 185 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 May 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 24.8°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 5.7°C in 2016.