October 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Budapest. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 16°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Budapest right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Budapest
Currency
HUF
Ft Hungarian forint
Language
Hungarian
Driving
Right side
Connect
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.411
Budapest Weather Forecast for October 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.6°C. 14% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Budapest in October
Based on historical data for October 16, Budapest typically experiences temperatures between 6.8°C and 15.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% 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
15.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
14%
Avg 0.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
53%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.8 hPa
Medium volatility
Budapest Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 93% 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
🔴 62 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 93 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 155 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
11.4°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
High
97/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~283
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Budapest
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:04
☀️ Noon
11:30
🌇 Sunset
16:56
⏱️ Daylight
10h 52m
Wind Speed
13.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
76%
Humid / Damp
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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 October 16 averages 15.6°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 91/100."
— 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
October 9
17.7°C • 11% rain
Score
99
October 10
17.4°C • 10% rain
Score
99
October 11
17.1°C • 12% rain
Score
97
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Budapest Worth Visiting on October 16?
Planning a trip to Budapest on October 16? 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 15.6°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 283 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 October 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.4°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 2.9°C in 2021.