Vienna vs Budapest

Vienna and Budapest are closely matched in November. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Vienna is on the cooler side at 9°C, requiring warmer clothing. Budapest is cooler at 2°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Budapest is the stronger choice in November. Vienna receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Vienna reaches an average high of 9°C (48°F) and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Budapest averages 2°C (36°F) for the high and -10°C (14°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in November.

Vienna receives approximately 44 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during November. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Budapest sees 33 mm over 3 rain days. That makes Budapest the drier option by 6 rain days and 11 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.