Hungary in May
May is Hungary's 5th-best month (rank 5 of 12): its 2 destinations average 82/100, led by Budapest at 86 — 19°C and 14 rainy days — while Lake Balaton trails at 78 with 95 mm of rain.
#5 of 12 months for Hungary · 2 destinations · updated September 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Where in Hungary in May
| # | Place | Type | Feels-like high | Rain | Comfort | At its best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Budapest | City | 19°C | 81 mm · 14 days | 86 tier A | Yes |
| 2 | Lake Balaton | Beach | 20°C | 95 mm · 15 days | 78 tier B | — |
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 May is one of that place's own top three months. Feels-like highs fold in humidity, wind and sun.