The best times to visit Szeged for ideal weather are

April 23rd to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Szeged Travel Info

Weather in Szeged

Temperature

Average temperatures in Szeged vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 36th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Szeged, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 88°F (31.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61°F (16.1°C) at night.

Szeged Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Szeged Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Szeged Perceived Temperature (F)

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Szeged Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Szeged Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 40.2 34.1 27.7
Feb 43.1 35.4 27.5
Mar 54.8 44.7 34.4
Apr 66.2 54.7 42.2
May 73.6 62.6 50.9
Jun 80.7 69.3 56.8
Jul 85.4 73.1 59.6
Aug 86.2 72.9 58.9
Sep 75.1 63.2 51.7
Oct 63 52.4 42.7
Nov 52.4 44 36.3
Dec 40.1 34.9 29.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 4.6 1.2 -2.4
Feb 6.2 1.9 -2.5
Mar 12.7 7.1 1.3
Apr 19 12.6 5.7
May 23.1 17 10.5
Jun 27.1 20.7 13.8
Jul 29.7 22.8 15.3
Aug 30.1 22.7 14.9
Sep 23.9 17.3 10.9
Oct 17.2 11.3 5.9
Nov 11.3 6.7 2.4
Dec 4.5 1.6 -1.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Szeged are August, April, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid August. For example, on the week of August 13th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May to early June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of May 28th.

When can you find snow in Szeged? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Szeged is often around around December 3rd when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Szeged.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Szeged (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 16% 2.2 1.6
Feb 15% 4.8 1.2
Mar 16% 3.1 1.7
Apr 14% 0 1.2
May 27% 0 4.3
Jun 20% 0 2.7
Jul 15% 0 1.9
Aug 12% 0 1.5
Sep 18% 0 2.3
Oct 19% 0 2.5
Nov 15% 0.4 1.7
Dec 16% 2.4 1.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 16 5.6 4.1
Feb 15 12.2 3
Mar 16 7.9 4.3
Apr 14 0 3
May 27 0 10.9
Jun 20 0 6.9
Jul 15 0 4.8
Aug 12 0 3.8
Sep 18 0 5.8
Oct 19 0 6.4
Nov 15 1 4.3
Dec 16 6.1 4.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Szeged has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is August (50.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (81.1%).

Wind in Szeged is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and January. March’s average wind speed of around 7.5 knots (8.7 MPH or 14 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 15 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Szeged.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.6 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Feb 6.7 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Mar 7.5 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Apr 6.6 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
May 6.2 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Jun 5.5 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Jul 5.5 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Aug 4.9 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.5 Light breeze 10.8 Significant breeze
Oct 5.4 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Nov 6 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Dec 6.3 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 79.2%
Feb 73.5%
Mar 58.4%
Apr 51.4%
May 58.9%
Jun 57.5%
Jul 52.9%
Aug 50.1%
Sep 58.7%
Oct 69.1%
Nov 76%
Dec 81.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Szeged?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Hungary; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Szeged, Hungary is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Szeged in January. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 55.7 in January means 55.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Szeged Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 76.8°F (24.9°C) and 49.7°F (9.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 4 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Szeged, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 78.3°F (25.7°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 6 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Szeged to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 49.7°F (9.8°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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