Hungary transitions to winter time amid variable weather

Hungary will transition from daylight saving time to winter time on Sunday, October 25, 2026. At 3:00 AM, clocks will be set back one hour to 2:00 AM. While the change theoretically provides an extra hour of sleep, researchers note that biological rhythms often result in an average increase of only 33 minutes of actual sleep.

The time change will impact public transportation. MÁV-group and CFR have announced adjustments to train and bus schedules to accommodate the shift. While most domestic and international services will follow the new timetable, certain night services and international trains crossing borders may experience brief pauses at stations to align with the new official time.

Simultaneously, Hungary is facing highly variable weather conditions. A cyclone is expected to bring significant temperature contrasts and precipitation. The Transdanubian region is forecasted to experience cloudy, rainy, and cooler weather, with temperatures around 10°C. In contrast, the eastern parts of the country, including the Great Plain, are expected to remain drier and warmer, with temperatures reaching up to 19°C.