Hungary Budapest Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Budapest is high
Budapest Weather in November — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 10° / 3°
- Rainfall
- 50mm · 8 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Budapest in November averages a high of 10°C and low of 3°C with 50mm of rain over about 8 days. Cool to cold — wool coat or down-puffer (mid-month onward), sweater, scarf, gloves, waterproof boots. Hat for late November cold snaps. Layered base (T-shirt + long-sleeve + sweater + coat) for indoor + outdoor switching. Swimsuit for thermal baths.
November is high for Budapest.
November splits in two: first three weeks are quiet off-season (rain, overcast, hotels at year's lowest); last week explodes when Christmas Markets open on November 22. The market opening is one of Eastern Europe's biggest single moments — Vörösmarty Square, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Buda Castle markets all start simultaneously.
Christmas Markets (November 22 to January 6) are the canonical Budapest winter experience: mulled wine (forralt bor) Ft1,500 / $4 in keepsake mugs (Ft500 deposit), chimney cake (Kürtőskalács) Ft1,500-2,000 / $4-6, Hungarian sausages, langos, paprika souvenirs. Vörösmarty Square is the most iconic; St. Stephen's Basilica is the most photogenic (with ice rink); Buda Castle is the most atmospheric.
Travel score
Late autumn off-season + Christmas Markets open Nov 22
November Weather at a Glance
November in Budapest averages 50°F / 10°C highs and 37°F / 3°C lows — late autumn proper. 8 rainy days, 50mm precipitation. Humidity 80%, sunshine 3 hours daily (year's near-low alongside December/January), daylight 9h 30min. 50% overcast + early darkness. First 3 weeks quiet off-season; last week explodes with Christmas Markets opening.
November Travel Advice
Wool coat + sweater + scarf + gloves (waterproof boots first half; warmer kit second half). Christmas Markets open November 22 — book hotels 3-4 months ahead for last week + December. November 1 All Saints Day public holiday (Hungarians visit cemeteries with candles). First 3 weeks of November = year's deepest value alongside February.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean kimchi-making (kimjang) season + late autumn shoulder before Christmas peak. Seoul-Budapest $670-1,000 connections (first 3 weeks), $900-1,300 (Christmas-market week). Last week of November Christmas markets open + prices rise sharply. Western Thanksgiving (US) overlap brings some American travelers. London-Budapest $80-200 direct (Wizz Air).
November Pricing Trends
Off-season into peak: District V 4-star $80-150/night first 3 weeks, $200-400 Christmas-market week. Castle Hill 5-star $160-335 / $400-700 Christmas. Mulled wine Ft1,500 / $4 (Ft500 deposit). Chimney cake Ft1,500-2,000 / $4-6. Hungarian sausage at market Ft2,500-4,000 / $7-12. Sparties Ft20,000-25,000.
Budapest November Weather Stats
Avg High
10°C
Avg Low
3°C
Rainy Days
8
50mm total
Sunshine
3h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
high
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
32 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
8°C
Nighttime
1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- First 3 weeks year's lowest hotel pricing
- Christmas Markets open Nov 22 (last week)
- Mulled wine + chimney cake season opens
- Thermal baths magical in cold air
- Outdoor 38°C bathing + freezing air = signature shot
Cons
- 3-10°C cold + 50% overcast
- Daylight 9h 30min (shortest alongside Dec)
- Hotels triple from Nov 22 (Christmas markets)
- Rain + early darkness
November Events & Festivals
- Christmas Markets open November 22 (Vörösmarty Square + St. Stephen's Basilica + Buda Castle + Erzsébet Square through Jan 6)
- All Saints Day (November 1, public holiday, cemetery visit tradition)
- Mulled wine + chimney cake season opens
Budapest in November — Full Picture
November splits in two: first three weeks are quiet off-season (rain, overcast, hotels at year's lowest); last week explodes when Christmas Markets open on November 22. The market opening is one of Eastern Europe's biggest single moments — Vörösmarty Square, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Buda Castle markets all start simultaneously.
Christmas Markets (November 22 to January 6) are the canonical Budapest winter experience: mulled wine (forralt bor) Ft1,500 / $4 in keepsake mugs (Ft500 deposit), chimney cake (Kürtőskalács) Ft1,500-2,000 / $4-6, Hungarian sausages, langos, paprika souvenirs. Vörösmarty Square is the most iconic; St. Stephen's Basilica is the most photogenic (with ice rink); Buda Castle is the most atmospheric.
Hotels triple in rate from November 22 onward — book Christmas-market accommodations 3-4 months ahead. First three weeks of November = year's deepest value alongside February + last week of October.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cool to cold — wool coat or down-puffer (mid-month onward), sweater, scarf, gloves, waterproof boots. Hat for late November cold snaps. Layered base (T-shirt + long-sleeve + sweater + coat) for indoor + outdoor switching. Swimsuit for thermal baths.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
16°C
6.3°C
7.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
26.7°C
15.3°C
7.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current16.7°C
7.3°C
7.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
4°C
-2°C
6.7/mo
Budapest Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3° | -3° | 7d·35mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 5° | -2° | 6d·30mm | 3h | 75% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 2° | 7d·30mm | 5h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 16° | 6° | 7d·40mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 21° | 11° | 8d·60mm | 7h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 25° | 14° | 8d·70mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 28° | 16° | 7d·55mm | 10h | 60% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| August (Best) | 27° | 16° | 7d·55mm | 9h | 63% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 23° | 12° | 7d·45mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 17° | 7° | 8d·50mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Busy | Peak | |
| 10° | 3° | 8d·50mm | 3h | 80% | 2 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 4° | -1° | 7d·40mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Budapest?
Budapest in November is high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Budapest in November?
Budapest November averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C.
Does it rain much in Budapest in November?
Budapest November averages 50mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Budapest in November?
Cool to cold — wool coat or down-puffer (mid-month onward), sweater, scarf, gloves, waterproof boots. Hat for late November cold snaps. Layered base (T-shirt + long-sleeve + sweater + coat) for indoor + outdoor switching. Swimsuit for thermal baths.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Budapest in November?
Budapest November sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 16:00, with 9h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Budapest in November?
Budapest November air quality (AQI) averages 55, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Budapest in November?
In November, Budapest is great for Christmas Markets opening week Vörösmarty Square + St. Stephen's + Buda Castle (from Nov 22), Outdoor thermal baths Széchenyi + Gellért (magical in cold), Sparties Friday + Saturday.
Is November peak season in Budapest?
Budapest November crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.