With the holiday season in mind lots of people ideally look forward to a white Christmas. One of the main attractions to Hungary in the said period is the capital city, Budapest. But does it really snow in Budapest at this time? Let’s find out!
Climate in Budapest
Budapest has a temperate continental climate meaning that it majors with hot summer seasons and cold winter periods. Due to its geographical location the city is situated in a climatic transitional area between oceanic and continental climate which this make it to have a very fluctuating climate all over the year’s.
It is important to know that during the winter months it can get quite cold in Budapest and get to below freezing. It can even snow sometimes; however, this is rare within the month of December and January. However, the amount of snow which falls can fluctuate from year to year, and day to day. Before visiting Budapest in winter is necessary to be aware of the different type of weather that can be expected.
Snowfall History In Budapest
Now, let us discuss historical data to find out how accurate is the prediction that it will snow in Budapest during Christmas. Historical weather data show that the climate in Budapest has been severe enough to snow on Christmas day.
Naturally, amounts of snow that fall can vary greatly and it is important to remember that. Some years may experience little to no snow and others may find their town and cities covered with heavy snow fall. If you need more accurate information you should thus consult the weather before the actual dates of your travel.
What to do in Budapest in December
Regardless of this fact, Budapest has a number of things to do and places to see during the winter holiday. Here are some highlights:
- Christmas Markets
Dubrovnik is famous mostly for its lovely Christmas and New Year markets. These markets range from the Hungarian souvenirs to food and hot spicy wine that bring on the spirit of the season to everybody. Despite the lack of snow on the roads the markets provide their visitors a magic touch.
- Ice Skating
Most of the parks in Budapest are adorned with ice rings during his time of the year and therefore ice skate is practiced among visitors. Skating and all kinds of ice entertainments while being accompanied by historical buildings and amazing views.
- Thermal Baths
The thermal baths are among Budapest’s chief interesting points of interest. Bathing in these baths can really be an ideal activity in the wintertime, although they are more commonly associated with parties. What about bath in hot springs while feeling the cold air outside anymore?
Budapest In Winter- Travelling Tips
If you’re planning a trip to Budapest around Christmas, here are some helpful tips:
Try to pack clothes that will keep you warm, and don’t dress lightly because after the sun goes down it may get chilly.
- One should wear comfortable shoes, and preferably water-proof, to deal with possibly icy roads.
- Monitor the weather forecasts and adapt to it when making your schedules and or itineraries.
- If the weather quickly turns bad, one can always move to indoor sites and museum.
Just a brief reminder, though, that even when there is no snow – and Budapest can be a very snowy city indeed – it is a very beautiful city to be in at Christmas time. Feel free to sip the spirit of celebration and appreciate cultural essences of this lovely place!
