March weather forecast
Budapest, Hungary

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The majestic Buda Castle Royal Palace in Budapest, Hungary, with a view of the Szecheny Chain Bridge and the rest of the vast city
The majestic Buda Castle Royal Palace in Budapest, Hungary, with a view of the Szecheny Chain Bridge and the rest of the vast city

Weather in March

March signifies the arrival of spring in Budapest, with receding cold and emerging cherry blossoms. Consequently, there is a significant increase in the average high temperature to 11.1°C. The city starts buzzing with more outdoor activities, influenced by the additional daylight, and mild, pleasant weather. March also sees a decline in rainfall and snowfall, so the city is often bathed in sunshine, becoming increasingly vibrant and colourful. The charm of Budapest in March is an appealing time to explore its magnanimous historical sites and get lost in the delightful aromatic showers of the spring season.

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 4.7°C in February to a cool 11.1°C. During March, Budapest's temperature averages to an icy 3.3°C at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Budapest is 68%.

Rainfall

In Budapest, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 27mm of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Budapest, there are 120.9 rainfall days, and 339mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Budapest, Hungary, in March, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 22mm of snow. Throughout the year, in Budapest, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 205mm of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Budapest, Hungary, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:27 CET. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:11 CEST.
Note: On Sunday, 26. March 2023, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CET to CEST. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 03:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CEST to CET.

Sunshine

In Budapest, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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FAQ

What are the temperatures in Budapest in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Budapest, records 11.1°C, while the low-temperature is 3.3°C.

What is the average humidity in March in Budapest?

The average relative humidity in March in Budapest, Hungary, is 68%.

How many days does it rain in March in Budapest?

In March, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 27mm of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Budapest in March?

In Budapest, Hungary, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 22mm of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Budapest?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Budapest?

On the first day of March in Budapest, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:27 CET. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:11 CEST.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Budapest?

On Sunday, 26. March 2023, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time starts in Budapest, Hungary, and the time zone changes from CET to CEST. DST ends on Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 03:00.

How long on average sun shines in March in Budapest?

In Budapest, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Budapest?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Budapest is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average temperature in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average high temperature in March: 11.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.7°C).

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Average pressure in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average pressure in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average wind speed in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average humidity in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average humidity in March: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

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Average rainfall in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average rainfall in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average rainfall in March: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average rainfall days in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average snowfall in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average snowfall in March: 22mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (70mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average snowfall days in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average sunshine days in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average UV index in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average cloud cover in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Budapest, Hungary

Average visibility in March - Budapest, Hungary
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).

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