SeasonMapHungary in August
August is one of Hungary's best months (rank 3 of 12): its 2 destinations average 87/100, led by Lake Balaton at 90 — 27°C and 11 rainy days — while Budapest trails at 83 with 59 mm of rain.
#3 of 12 months for Hungary · 2 destinations · updated September 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Where in Hungary in August
| # | Place | Type | Feels-like high | Rain | Comfort | At its best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Balaton | Beach | 27°C | 69 mm · 11 days | 90 tier S | Yes |
| 2 | Budapest | City | 28°C | 59 mm · 11 days | 83 tier A | — |
Comfort is SeasonMap's 0–100 score; each place is judged through the lens that suits it — beaches on beach weather, ski resorts on snow. "At its best" means August is one of that place's own top three months. Feels-like highs fold in humidity, wind and sun.
What's on in Hungary in August
- Hungarian Grand Prix · Budapest · 20 Jul – 5 Aug (usually)
- Sziget Festival · Budapest · 10–16 Aug
- St Stephen's Day · Budapest · 20 Aug
Peak crowds at 1 of Hungary's 1 well-known places this month.