Heatwave returns to Hungary: expect 36 degrees this week

Just when we thought summer was over, it is coming back to knock us down again. Only at the weekend will the chance of showers and thunderstorms increase. We can expect more persistent heat and mild nights this week. Do not put your sun hat and sunscreen away just yet.

The heatwave will continue this week with highs between 29 and 36 degrees Celsius. It will be followed by an increasing chance of showers and thunderstorms towards the end of the week, with more precipitation expected on Sunday, SzeretlekMagyarország reports.

Monday, 21 August

Monday will be mostly clear and sunny with only a few clouds and no precipitation. Winds will remain mostly light to moderate, with occasional strong gusts only in the Transdanubian region. Daytime highs are likely to be between 31 and 35 degrees Celsius.

Tuesday, 22 August

Tuesday will be sunny with few clouds and cloud cover. Precipitation is unlikely, but a few showers may develop. Air movement will remain mostly moderate. By dawn, temperatures will generally cool to between 18 and 22 degrees, but it may be a few degrees cooler in cold-prone areas and slightly milder on the waterfronts and in major cities. Daytime highs will be between 29 and 36 degrees.

Wednesday, 23 August

On Wednesday, with clouds and cloud cover, there will be a lot of sunshine in general, with a higher chance of showers and thunderstorms in the northern counties. Winds may increase only during thunderstorms. By dawn, temperatures will generally cool to between 18 and 22 degrees. Daytime highs are likely to be between 29 and 36 degrees.