SeasonMapHungary in January
January is one of Hungary's weaker months (rank 11 of 12): its 2 destinations average 45/100, led by Budapest at 49 — 1°C and 7 rainy days — while Lake Balaton is warmer at 5°C and scores 41.
#11 of 12 months for Hungary · 2 destinations · updated September 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Where in Hungary in January
| # | Place | Type | Feels-like high | Rain | Comfort | At its best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Budapest | City | 1°C | 37 mm · 7 days | 49 tier F | — |
| 2 | Lake Balaton | Beach | 5°C | 41 mm · 8 days | 41 tier F | — |
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 January 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 January
- Advent markets · Budapest · 14 Nov – 1 Jan (usually)
Seasons in force
Peak crowds at 1 of Hungary's 1 well-known places this month.