Saharan dust, muddy rain and ruddy skies follow ice and snow in Hungary – here’s what to expect this week

After the prolonged grip of ice and snow, we can look forward to spring-like days in the coming days, yet full relief remains elusive. Though the sun has emerged across much of the country today, Saharan dust will soon blanket significant swathes of Hungary.

Saharan dust to envelop Hungary

Moist, mild air continues to replenish the Carpathian Basin, bringing Saharan-origin dust at its peak concentration on Wednesday afternoon, according to HungaroMet Ltd on Facebook. Expect muddy rain in several areas on Wednesday, with precipitation easing temporarily by evening, though scattered light showers may linger into Thursday.

What else lies ahead this week?

Temperatures

Időkép forecasts highs of up to 7°C this afternoon. Friday will see minima from -1°C to +6°C and maxima between 8°C and 14°C, save for chillier conditions in the Northern Central Uplands. The weekend promises 5-12°C, with similar on Sunday.

Today morning started with +10 Celsius degrees at the Southern foothills of the Mátra: