Győr, in northwestern Hungary, enjoys a mild continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. The city experiences moderate rainfall year-round, abundant sunshine in summer, and significant seasonal temperature shifts. Its climate supports a vibrant outdoor lifestyle, with spring and autumn offering especially pleasant conditions for sightseeing and cultural events.
The best times to travel section shows how the months compare for a visit, so you can find the time of year that fits what you want to do.
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Győr’s climate is shaped by both continental and maritime influences, resulting in four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are warm and sunny, with average highs of 24–29°C and lows around 13–15°C. July and August are the hottest months, occasionally experiencing heatwaves above 35°C, but evenings are generally comfortable. Rainfall is moderate, peaking in June with 63–76 mm, and thunderstorms are possible. Summer brings the most sunshine, with up to 9–12 hours per day in July and August, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
Winters (December–February) are cold and often cloudy, with average highs of 3–5°C and lows around -2°C. Snow is possible but not abundant, and rain, sleet, or drizzle are frequent. January is the coldest month, with occasional frosts and short days (8–9 hours of daylight). Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are transitional, with rapidly changing temperatures, blooming gardens, or colourful foliage. May and September are particularly pleasant, with daytime highs of 20–22°C and moderate rainfall. Annual precipitation averages 650–700 mm, and Győr enjoys about 1,900–2,000 hours of sunshine per year. Winds are generally light to moderate, with occasional brisk days in winter and spring.
| Average climate data for Győr, Hungary | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | 3 | 5 | 11 | 16 | 22 | 24 | 27 | 26 | 21 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 27 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | -3 | -2 | 2 | 5 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 11 | 6 | 2 | -1 | -3 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 32 | 33 | 28 | 37 | 54 | 64 | 53 | 64 | 38 | 35 | 53 | 38 | 530 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 7 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 7 | 84 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 8 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Average UV index | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
The best time to visit Győr is from May to June and September, when temperatures are warm but not extreme (20–26°C), days are long and sunny, and rainfall is moderate. These months are ideal for sightseeing, festivals, and outdoor activities, with comfortable evenings and fewer crowds than peak summer.
The least favourable time to visit Győr is from December to February, when days are short, temperatures are cold (3–5°C), and rain, snow, and wind are frequent. While the city is festive during the holidays, outdoor activities are limited and some attractions may have reduced hours.
Győr’s annual average temperature is about 12°C. January is the coldest month (highs 3–4°C, lows -2°C), while July and August are the warmest (highs 26–29°C, lows 14–16°C).
Győr receives about 650–700 mm of precipitation annually. Rain falls year-round, with June being the wettest month. Snow is possible in winter but rarely heavy or long-lasting.
Győr enjoys up to 12 hours of sunshine per day in July and August. Winter months are much darker, with only 1–2 hours of sunshine daily and frequent overcast skies.
Late spring through early autumn (May–September) is best for outdoor activities, with mild to warm temperatures, long days, and more sunshine. Summer is busiest and most comfortable for walking, cycling, and festivals.
Győr itself is not a winter sports destination, but nearby hills and the Alps (a few hours away) offer skiing and snowboarding from December to March, when snow cover is more reliable.
Swimming outdoors is only comfortable in July and August, when air temperatures reach 26–29°C. Even then, the water in lakes and rivers is cool, so beach activities are limited.
Pack layers for spring and autumn, light clothing and sun protection for summer, and insulated, waterproof clothing for winter. An umbrella and windproof jacket are useful year-round.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is July (26.7 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is January (2.7 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 15.2 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is July (14.7 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is January (-3.2 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 6 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is August (64.1 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is March (28.4 mm). Over the whole year there are 529.6 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is June (9 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is October (4.9 days). Over the whole year there are 83.6 days of rain on average.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is June (Average daylight: 15.1 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is December (Average daylight: 8 h). Over the whole year there are 11.7 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is August (Average sunshine: 8.1 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is December (Average sunshine: 0.9 h). Over the whole year there are 4.9 h of sunlight per day on average.
The months with the highest average UV index are June and July (UV index: 7). The months with the lowest average UV index are January, November and December (UV index: 1). Over the whole year the average UV index is 3.8.
