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Hungary weather in January

Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices

Hungary

January in Hungary: changeable weather. Roughly 8h 40m of daylight, with light from about 07:24 to 16:04. January isn't peak season in Hungary. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

Hungary in January

Average temp-
Rain this month-
Daylight8.7 h
Sun07:24-16:04
Seasonshoulder/low season, better prices
What to do

January in Hungary, what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

What's on in January

Holidays & events in Hungary

  • 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day

On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.

Questions & answers

January in Hungary, FAQ

Does it snow in Hungary in January?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in Hungary in January?
About 8h 40m of daylight. The sun rises around 07:24 and sets around 16:04. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is January a good time to visit Hungary?
January isn't peak season in Hungary. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
Plan the trip

Hungary — flights & hotels

Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.

Check flight prices to Hungary, every airline at once.

Rates in Hungary shift daily. See what your night costs now.

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Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset