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Budapest in October - Weather, Events, and Tips

October Guide for Budapest Travel

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Castle Hill, Budapest

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October Weather in Budapest

  • Average October temperature: 12ºC / 54ºF
  • October average high: 16ºC / 61ºF
  • October average low: 7ºC / 45ºF
Temperatures drop slightly in October, but early October is still a good time to travel to Budapest.

Get more Budapest weather information.

What to Pack for Budapest in October

Be sure to pack for dropping temperatures, especially if you travel towards the end of October.

Don't forget:

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Bag to keep an extra sweater in.

October Holidays and Events in Budapest

The Palinka and Sausage Festival pairs famous Hungarian fruit brandy with sausage, a favorite Central European food.

The Budapest Autumn Festival celebrates contemporary music, theater, and dance.

Tips for Travel to Budapest in October

  • Enjoy autumn evenings with a glass of Hungarian wine, and warm up with a bowl of traditional goulash soup.

Book Flights and Hotels for Budapest in October

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