Climate Insights for Sopron
Győr-Moson-Sopron, Western Transdanubia, Hungary
Climate Overview
The climate in Sopron is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 738 mm of precipitation falls per year. Sopron receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sopron is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Sopron is temperate. The average annual temperature is 53°F and approximately 29.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Sopron receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sopron is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 29°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Sopron vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Sopron vary considerably across the year, with a 51°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 29°F and the daily average is 34°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Sopron is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 738 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 62 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 91 mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 35 mm. That's 56 mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 46cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 12cm.Sopron is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 3.6 in of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.4 in. That's 2.2 in less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 18in annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 5in.
Wind
Sopron is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Sopron is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Sopron is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 82 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -1°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Sopron is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 29°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sopron based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sopron based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.