Bükk

Mountains Mountain range and national park in northern Hungary

The Bükk Mountains in northern Hungary offer forested plateaus, karst terrain and cave systems. Tourists visit for hiking routes, spelunking opportunities, winter skiing and traditional mountain villages.

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Bükk is a limestone mountain range in northern Hungary and the core area of Bükk National Park, noted for extensive forests, karst plateaus and cave systems. The uplands form part of the North Hungarian Mountains and contain some of the country’s most significant karst landscape and woodland.

Outdoor activities include walking, caving and nature study; the region contains numerous marked trails, several show caves and rural villages on the lower slopes. The park protects both geological features and native forest ecosystems.

The Bükk range lies in northern Hungary near the city of Eger and forms a well known recreational and conservation area in the country’s uplands.

  • Proximity to Eger: Situated close to the city of Eger, the area is a popular destination for hiking, caves and forestry recreation.
Bükk
Bükk Mountains, northern Hungary
48.0833, 20.5000

How to Get to Bükk #

The Bükk Mountains are best accessed from Eger and Miskolc. From Eger, drive north on local roads toward Szilvásvárad and Lillafüred; regional buses serve main trailheads. Miskolc provides rail connections and car access.

Tips for Visiting Bükk #

  • If exploring Bükkszentkereszt or higher trails, check local hiking maps - trail markers can be sparse off main routes.
  • Pair a visit with time in Eger for thermal baths or wine tasting in the nearby Tokaj region.
  • Local guesthouses are the most practical lodging options near trailheads.

Best Time to Visit Bükk #

Best visited late spring through early autumn for hiking; autumn offers foliage and quieter trails.

Summer
June-August · 15°C to 25°C
Pleasant temperatures for hiking and caving; forest trails are leafy and shaded.
Autumn
September-October · 5°C to 18°C
Spectacular fall colors and clear light for photography; fewer tourists.

Weather & Climate near Bükk #

Climate

Bükk's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (695 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 90 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
15.8h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
15.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

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