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Bukk Dark Sky Reserve

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International Dark Sky Reserve

Bukk Dark Sky Reserve

Northern Hungary, Hungary
Best timeAug–Oct
Set inNorthern Hungary, Hungary
In season~63°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

21–75°F
CurrencyHUF
LanguageHungarian
TimezoneUTC+01:00

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

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Map showing the location of Bukk Dark Sky Reserve
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Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sweet spotPeak Jun, Aug, Sep. Go in May, Jul, Oct for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightAug · 51%
WarmestJul · 75°F
WettestMay
Best windowAug–Oct
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

A Hungarian mountain reserve with protected skies.

Best time to visit

Aim for Aug–Oct, the 3 months that line up best.

Under the stars

A certified dark-sky site — pack red-light only, check the moon phase, and give your eyes 20 minutes to adjust for the Milky Way.

Pairs well with

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Bukk Dark Sky Reserve?

The best time to visit Bukk Dark Sky Reserve is August–October, in Northern Hungary, Hungary.

Where is Bukk Dark Sky Reserve?

Bukk Dark Sky Reserve is in Northern Hungary, Hungary.

What is Bukk Dark Sky Reserve known for?

A Hungarian mountain reserve with protected skies.

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