Attention: Winter weather alert – Freezing rain and snow expected across Hungary

As winter continues to grip Hungary, residents are bracing for a challenging Wednesday with forecasts of freezing rain and snow across various regions. The Hungarian Meteorological Service (HungaroMet) has issued warnings for several counties, urging citizens to exercise caution due to potentially hazardous weather conditions.

Weather forecast

The day is expected to start with overcast skies in most parts of the country, with only the northeastern regions experiencing clear or partly cloudy conditions initially. However, cloud cover is anticipated to increase throughout the day, bringing with it a band of precipitation moving from the southwest, Blikk reports based on the HungaroMet forecast.

Precipitation patterns:

• Northwestern Hungary: Light snow showers or flurries
• Southern Transdanubia and Bács-Kiskun County: A mix of snow and freezing rain, transitioning to freezing rain and rain as the day progresses
• Other regions: Varying forms of precipitation, including snow, freezing rain, and rain

Daytime temperatures will range from 0 to 8 degrees Celsius (32 to 46 degrees Fahrenheit), with the northeastern parts experiencing slightly warmer conditions. By late evening, temperatures are expected to drop to between -2 and 1 degrees Celsius (28 to 34 degrees Fahrenheit).

Weather warnings

HungaroMet has issued first and second-level warnings for several counties due to the risk of freezing rain. The areas most likely to be affected by prolonged freezing rain include:

• Somogy;
• Tolna;
• Baranya;
• Bács-Kiskun.

These regions may experience significant ice accumulation, potentially creating hazardous conditions for travel and outdoor activities.