Hungary weather: Scorching heat grips nation as relief approaches

According to Időkép’s forecast, today marks the final day of the sweltering, almost tropical heat — with cooler conditions expected from tomorrow. In the meantime, lake water temperatures are soaring, with some reaching as high as 30°C (86°F).

Good news: the heat will break, but beach weather will linger

Időkép’s latest forecast shows that the intense heat will ease after today, with temperatures set to fall by 4–9°C across the country from tomorrow. The change is due to a weak cold front moving in from the north, bringing north-westerly winds strong enough to sweep away the oppressive heat — but without spoiling conditions for those seeking sunshine by the water.

The winds will be brisk, while maximum temperatures are forecast to range between 28°C and 33°C (82°F–91°F) nationwide. Showers and thunderstorms — typical for this time of year — may also develop, with the risk of hailstones measuring 1–2 cm in diameter. Similar conditions are expected on Monday, potentially feeling a degree or two cooler.

Lake Balaton feels like bathwater

According to Infóstart, water temperatures at Lake Balaton, near Gyenesdiás, reached nearly 28°C (82°F) this morning. Similarly high readings were recorded at Lupa Lake, often called “Budapest’s beach.” But both pale in comparison to Lake Velence, where the water climbed to a steamy 30.9°C (87.6°F), Időkép reported.