Hungary is experiencing a rapid rise in temperatures, with the capital city breaking historical heat records.
In 2026, the average monthly temperature in Hungary was the second highest in June since 1901: the average monthly temperature was 22.5 degrees Celsius. During the heatwave that occurred at the end of the month, several records were broken, and on June 30, a record high of 42 degrees Celsius was recorded in Szécsény, creating a new national absolute record.

In 2026, the average monthly temperature in Hungary was the second highest in June since 1901: the average monthly temperature was 22.5 degrees Celsius. During the heatwave that occurred at the end of the month, several records were broken, and on June 30, 42 degrees Celsius was recorded in Szécsény, creating a new national absolute record.
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