End of summer in Hungary: Storm alert for Friday, even hail is possible
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Hungary faces a gloomy and stormy Friday, with the national weather service issuing a thunderstorm alert. Rain, showers, and even small hail may occur in some regions, but the weekend looks set to bring more sunshine and milder conditions.
Friday: cloudy skies and thunderstorms
Most of the country will see overcast skies, though brief sunny breaks may appear in central and eastern regions, Index reports based on HungaroMet. In the southwest – particularly in Baranya, Somogy, and Zala counties – thunderstorms may bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and even small hail. Meanwhile, the southeast, including Békés and Csongrád-Csanád counties, could remain mostly dry.
Temperatures will range between 14–20°C during the day, but in the southeast, the mercury may climb as high as 22–24°C. Winds from the east and northeast will often be brisk, with stronger gusts in some areas, lowering the perceived temperature.
Saturday: sunnier and milder
By Saturday, drier air will arrive, allowing the sun to shine for longer periods. Only isolated showers are expected, mainly in the northeast and southwest. Morning temperatures will be between 8–14°C, rising to 15–22°C in the afternoon, with generally light to moderate winds.