Pécs
City in Hungary
Pécs is a city in Hungary with a population of approximately 138,000 people. Located 170 kilometers from the capital, Budapest, the city is known for its historical landmarks, including a UNESCO World Heritage site.
What to see
The city features the Early Christian Necropolis of Pécs, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Another prominent landmark is the Downtown Candlemas Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
When to go
The warmest months are June, July, and August, with daily highs reaching between 24 °C and 26 °C. May through September are generally suitable for travel, though June sees the most rainfall, with 101 mm over about 12 days. Winter months from December to February are cold, with daily lows dropping to -3 °C and highs ranging between 3 °C and 5 °C.
Getting there
The nearest airport is the Pécs-Pogány International Airport, located 9 kilometers from the city.
Top sights in Pécs
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 26 °C. The wettest is June, with about 101 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 3 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 21 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 21 | 16 | 9 | 4 |
| Average low, °C | -3 | -3 | 1 | 6 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 7 | 2 | -2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 44 | 41 | 48 | 56 | 74 | 101 | 68 | 78 | 73 | 57 | 66 | 62 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Pécs (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.