Szeged sits at the confluence of the Tisza and Maros rivers in southern Hungary and receives around 570 mm (about 22 inches) of rain a year. The Tisza has a documented history of catastrophic flooding, most notably in 1879 when a flood destroyed almost the entire city, an event that led to Szeged being completely rebuilt with substantially higher, stronger flood defenses that remain central to the city’s identity today. Faster summer convective storms are a separate, more immediate hazard for daily life. Because the city’s history is so closely tied to river flood risk specifically, radar’s main practical value today is tracking the faster local storms rather than the river’s longer flood cycle. Hungary’s Meteorological Service operates the national radar network.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Szeged right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Szeged, Csongrad-Csanad County in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Szeged, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Szeged rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Szeged?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Csongrad-Csanad County are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Szeged or pass by.
Is this Szeged rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.