Winter loosens its grip: Hungary to see spring-like temperatures this weekend!

After weeks of biting cold and hard frosts, Hungary is finally set for a noticeable warm-up. Meteorologists say a strong warm front will arrive by the weekend, pushing daytime temperatures well above freezing in many areas — although the milder air will also bring rain and a risk of icy conditions.

From deep freeze to gradual thaw

According to ATV’s article, the prolonged cold spell that has dominated recent weeks is drawing to a close. While much of the country is still experiencing wintry conditions, forecasts indicate that temperatures will begin to rise steadily from Friday, with a marked change expected over the weekend.

Although sunshine will be limited at times due to extensive cloud cover, the incoming warm front will significantly reduce overnight frosts and lift daytime highs closer to early spring levels.

Friday: clouds, fog and a risk of freezing rain

According to HungaroMet, Friday is expected to be mostly overcast across Hungary, with occasional breaks in the cloud cover. In several areas, especially in Transdanubia, the air may become humid, and fog could form, in some places lingering for longer periods.

Light precipitation is possible in scattered areas. In the northeast, weak snowfall may still occur, while moving southeast, the likelihood of freezing rain increases. In regions where temperatures climb above freezing, light rain will be more common. Winds will generally remain light to moderate from an easterly direction.

Daytime temperatures on Friday will mostly range between -2°C and +2°C, though slightly higher values are possible in southeastern parts of the country.

Saturday: milder air arrives, but caution needed

By Saturday, the warm front will be more firmly in place. Skies will remain mostly cloudy or overcast, and precipitation will become more widespread. Rain is expected in many areas, with freezing rain still possible in some regions, particularly during the morning and evening hours.

Temperatures will show a clear upward trend: morning values will range from -5°C to +1°C, while early afternoon highs may reach +7–8°C in western Transdanubia and the southeastern Great Plain. Elsewhere, temperatures will generally hover just above freezing. Eastern and southeastern winds may occasionally strengthen.

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Sunday: double-digit highs possible in the south

The final day of the week will bring even milder conditions. While the morning may start with fog or low clouds in places, skies are expected to become overcast nationwide during the day. After some lingering mixed precipitation exits the northeast, a new rain system will move in from the southwest, bringing rain to many areas by late morning or early afternoon.

In the Alpokalja region, sleet cannot be ruled out towards the evening. Winds from the southeast and east may strengthen locally.

Temperatures will continue to rise, with afternoon highs between 1°C and 9°C, and in the Southern Great Plain, values of 9–10°C are also possible — a striking contrast to the recent deep freeze.

What to expect overall

While winter is not disappearing overnight, the weekend marks a clear turning point. The severe frosts are retreating, replaced by milder air and increasing rainfall. However, motorists and pedestrians should remain cautious, as freezing rain and slippery conditions may still occur, especially in the northern and eastern parts of Hungary.

For many, though, the coming days will feel like the first real sign that spring is no longer far away.