Your April weather guide
MildWeather in Budapest in April
April is a good time for Budapest if you want mild weather for exploring rather than dependable warmth. Average daytime highs of 16.6°C suit walking, but nights fall to 6.3°C, so evenings need a proper extra layer. With about 9 rainy days, you should also leave room for wet-weather changes to your plans. For a UK traveller, the appeal is comfortable daytime temperatures without summer heat; the catch is chilly nights and the need to pack for rain.
Long-term climate averages for Budapest, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Budapest, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Budapest.
- Average daytime high
- 16.6°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 22°C
- Average night-time low
- 6.3°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 2°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +3.1°C
- London averages 13.5°C in April
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 6.1h
- 46% of 13.4 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 9
- 46 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 66%
- Days over 25°C
- 2%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 29.2°C
- 2012-04-30
- Record low 1991-2020
- -3.3°C
- 2003-04-09
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 36 min
- 1447 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How April compares
April is the 6th warmest month of the year in Budapest and ranks 115th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Budapest is 3.1°C warmer by day and 1.2°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in April
The typical April day in Budapest peaks at 16.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 22.0°C or more. Roughly 1 in 56 days top 25°C. Nights average 6.3°C; one night in ten drops to 1.8°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 29.2°C (2012-04-30) and the coldest night -3.3°C (2003-04-09).
Rain in April
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 9 days with 1 mm or more, 46 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2005 with 99 mm, the driest 2007 with 6 mm. Humidity averages 66%.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:55 and sets about 19:33 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 54%.
Is April a good time to visit Budapest?
April is not the strongest month here: mild days and frequent rain. The best months for Budapest on our scoring are August, July, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.
Comfortable afternoons, but keep a jacket handy
Budapest in April suits travellers who prefer walking in mild conditions to managing heat at midday. A light top may feel comfortable on a warmer afternoon, but layers are a better bet than dressing for summer throughout your stay. The warmest 10% of days reach 22°C or more, so sitting outside can be appealing when conditions allow. The contrast after dark matters: the coldest 10% of nights fall to 1.8°C or lower. Bring a jumper and a jacket that will keep you comfortable during an evening out, rather than relying on a thin daytime layer. Choose accommodation and plans with comfort in cool weather in mind.
Allow for rain without writing off outdoor plans
Rain is a real consideration in April, so a flexible itinerary makes more sense than committing every day to being outdoors. Pack a waterproof jacket and shoes you can comfortably walk in when pavements are wet. About 6.1 hours of sunshine within 13.4 hours of daylight leaves scope for outdoor time, but daylight should not be mistaken for uninterrupted sun. Use brighter spells for longer walks and keep indoor options available when rain arrives. The weather suits a city break where you can change plans easily; it is less suitable if your main aim is to spend most of the trip sitting outside in reliably warm, dry conditions.
A little perspective
Budapest through the year
April is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.1°C | -2.9°C | 2.7 | 36 | 8 | 0% |
| February | 5.5°C | -2.3°C | 3.5 | 36 | 8 | 0% |
| March | 10.6°C | 1.3°C | 4.7 | 41 | 8 | 0% |
| AprilSelected | 16.6°C | 6.3°C | 6.1 | 46 | 9 | 2% |
| May | 21.2°C | 11.3°C | 6.6 | 67 | 12 | 20% |
| Junebest | 24.8°C | 15.3°C | 7.4 | 71 | 11 | 48% |
| Julybest | 26.9°C | 17.2°C | 8.1 | 72 | 10 | 68% |
| Augustbest | 26.9°C | 17.0°C | 8.1 | 58 | 9 | 69% |
| September | 21.4°C | 12.6°C | 5.8 | 58 | 8 | 21% |
| October | 15.7°C | 7.7°C | 4.4 | 52 | 8 | 1% |
| November | 9.2°C | 3.0°C | 2.8 | 52 | 9 | 0% |
| December | 3.6°C | -1.8°C | 2.4 | 44 | 8 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
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A little more detail
Budapest in April FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Budapest hot in April?
Budapest is mild in April: the average daytime high is 16.6°C and nights average 6.3°C. Roughly 1 in 56 April days reach 25°C.
How much does it rain in Budapest in April?
Budapest sees about 9 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 46 mm of rain in a typical April. The wettest April between 1991 and 2020 was 2005 (99 mm) and the driest was 2007 (6 mm).
How sunny is Budapest in April?
Budapest gets around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day in April out of 13.4 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Budapest compare with the UK in April?
Budapest is on average 3.1°C warmer than London by day in April (16.6°C against 13.5°C).
What is the hottest April on record in Budapest?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day in Budapest reached 29.2°C on 2012-04-30, and the coldest night dropped to -3.3°C on 2003-04-09.
Is Budapest warmer than London in April?
Yes. Budapest's average daytime high is 16.6°C, compared with 13.5°C in London, a difference of 3.1°C. That makes it a milder daytime option, but Budapest's average night low of 6.3°C still calls for warm evening layers.
Should I choose April or wait for summer?
Choose April if mild walking weather matters more than heat and you can work around rain. For a warmer-weather trip, June, July and August are the better choices overall. April is not a dependable option for summer-like conditions.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Budapest. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C