Budapest in Autumn — Weather & What to Expect
Autumn in Budapest (September, October, November) averages daytime highs of 16.5°C and lows of 8.1°C, with around 180.5mm of rain across the season (25 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (September, October, November).
In the northern hemisphere, autumn in Budapest covers September, October, November.
Autumn in Budapest month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 23.2°C | 13.2°C | 66.3mm | 8 | 10/10 |
| October | 17.1°C | 8.2°C | 61.1mm | 8 | 10/10 |
| November | 9.3°C | 3.0°C | 53.1mm | 9 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Budapest in autumn
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm winter coat
Frequently Asked Questions
Is autumn a good time to visit Budapest?
Autumn in Budapest rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 16.5°C with 180.5mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Budapest in autumn?
Daytime highs average 16.5°C (61.7°F) across September, October, November, with nights around 8.1°C.
What months are autumn in Budapest?
Budapest is in the northern hemisphere, so autumn covers September, October, November.
See also: best time to visit Budapest · Budapest annual climate · Budapest in spring · Budapest in summer · Budapest in winter
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Autumn in Budapest — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.