Hungary in September: Weather, Crowds & What to Expect
Climate Map for September
Average temperature across Hungary in September.
City Weather in September
| City | High | Low | Rain | UV | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debrecen | 22° | 10° | 41 mm | moderate | Cool |
| Szeged | 23° | 10° | 38 mm | moderate | Cool |
| Miskolc | 21° | 10° | 44 mm | moderate | Cool |
| Pécs | 22° | 12° | 55 mm | moderate | Cool |
| Győr | 21° | 11° | 50 mm | moderate | Cool |
| Nyíregyháza | 22° | 10° | 46 mm | moderate | Cool |
| Kecskemét | 22° | 11° | 46 mm | moderate | Cool |
High / low are average daily temperatures (°C). “Feels” reflects how hot or cold it feels, allowing for humidity.
Budapest & Central Hungary (Pest Basin)
October paints the city in autumnal colors and cooler, stable weather; crisp mornings and clear afternoons are common. Thermal pools are particularly attractive now, and the lighting over the Danube makes for excellent photography. Rain becomes a bit more frequent toward month’s end; bring layers and a compact umbrella, and expect shorter daylight hours to influence museum-opening plans.
Transdanubia & Lake Balaton (West and the Balaton Basin)
September cools gradually and the water stays pleasantly warm into the month, making it excellent for late-season swimming and sailing. Wine harvest events begin in the Villány and Badacsony areas, with cellar tastings and smaller crowds than mid-summer - Debrecen and inland towns are quieter and pleasant. Expect beautiful autumn light for photography; restaurants welcome visitors as the frenetic summer calendar winds down.
Northern Hungary & the Mountains (Mátra, Bükk, Eger, Aggtelek)
September cools the air and sharpens colours on beech and oak slopes - grape harvests in local vineyards create lively cellar atmospheres in towns such as Eger. Hiking conditions are excellent: stable weather, fewer insects, and clear visibility for long-range views from observation towers. Pack a warm layer for mornings and evenings; autumn also brings quieter roads and easier access to single-track trails.
The Great Plain (Alföld: Debrecen, Hortobágy, Szeged)
September cools the plain pleasantly and the harvest season gives towns a lively, local feel - Debrecen’s streets fill with market produce and young wines. The weather stabilizes for long-range cycling or driving tours, and bird migrations over the Hortobágy create superb wildlife-watching opportunities. Pack a light jacket for mornings and a rain layer for occasional autumn showers; evenings will already feel noticeably cooler than August.