Hungarian Meteorological Service

What Hungarian Meteorological Service does

Hungarian Meteorological Service, operating as HungaroMet Magyar Meteorológiai Szolgáltató Nonprofit Zrt., is Hungary's WMO-designated national meteorological service, founded in 1870 and headquartered in Budapest. The organization provides weather forecasting, severe weather warnings, climate monitoring, and air quality services to Hungarian government agencies, enterprises, and the general public. It operates a network of approximately 240 automated weather stations and maintains climate records dating to 1870, including homogenized gridded data series from 1901/1971 onward.

Core technical infrastructure is built around numerical weather prediction (NWP) — the organization runs multiple regional and specialized models including AROME (convection-permitting), WRF, MEANDER, FOCUS, and the CHIMERE atmospheric chemistry model — alongside radar composites, satellite data processing (MSG, AVHRR, MODIS, VIIRS), and climate modeling capabilities. Since January 2021, it has operated an Open Data Portal (odp.met.hu) providing free machine-readable access to observations, NWP outputs, and climate data in NetCDF, CSV, and XML formats, per EU open data directives. Specialized operational units exist for aviation meteorology (aviation.met.hu, co-located with HungaroControl at Budapest Liszt Ferenc Airport), nuclear facility monitoring (ABOS-3 qualified for Paks Nuclear Power Plant), and air quality reference/calibration services.

The business model is a hybrid of state-funded nonprofit operations and contracted professional services. Core operations are financed through Hungarian government appropriations for national public-service mandates, supplemented by B2B service contracts with aviation (HungaroControl), energy (MVM Paksi Atomerőmű), and government ministries (emission inventories, climate studies). A usage-based premium phone information service (381 HUF/minute) generates marginal direct-to-consumer revenue. The Open Data Portal is provided free of charge under EU policy. Distribution is multi-channel: self-serve web/ODP for general public, direct field sales for aviation and nuclear contracts, and contract-based professional services for government ministries. The organization is accredited under ISO 9001:2015 (first European met service certified), ISO/IEC 17025, ISO/IEC 17043, and NAH national accreditation frameworks.

Name

Hungarian Meteorological Service

Legal name

HungaroMet Magyar Meteorológiai Szolgáltató Nonprofit Zrt.

Website

https://met.hu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1870

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Hungarian Meteorological Service (HungaroMet) is Hungary's WMO-designated national meteorological service delivering weather forecasts, severe weather warnings, climate data, and air quality monitoring to government, aviation, energy, and the general public.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

National Meteorological Services

NAICS

Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs (92411)

akta.pro primary industry

Early Warning, Event Monitoring & Forecasting (Extreme Weather Alerts, Nowcasting) (EUABALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Downscaled Climate Projections & Scenario Analytics (CMIP, SSP/RCP, Regionalization) (EUABALAB), Climate Risk & Scenario Analysis (TCFD/IFRS S2) (EUAHAJAD), Climate Risk Reporting & Disclosure Analytics (TCFD/ISSB, EU Taxonomy, CSRD, NAIC) (EUABALAG), Environmental Monitoring, Data & Reporting (Air/Water/Soil) (BPAIAMAC)

Keywords

• Weather forecasting services
• Meteorological observations
• Climate data monitoring
• Air quality monitoring
• Aviation meteorology

Headquarters

HQ city

Budapest

HQ country

Hungary

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Government Funding and National Service: Core government-funded nonprofit operations providing national meteorological services as Hungary's official weather service, including weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and disaster warning systems.
2. Premium Phone Services: Revenue from premium-rate phone lines offering live weather forecasts, historical data queries, lake weather reports, and aviation meteorological information at 381 HUF/minute.
3. Professional Services and Contracts: B2B service contracts including aviation meteorological support at airports, nuclear power plant monitoring, climate impact studies, and custom data processing for government and enterprise customers.
4. Open Data Services: Free open data policy implemented since January 2021 per EU directives, providing free access to meteorological observations and forecasts through the ODP portal, with potential for premium custom services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

HungaroMet operates Hungary's national meteorological service, delivering weather forecasts, severe weather warnings, climate data, and air quality monitoring for the public, government, aviation, and energy sectors. The organization runs its own numerical weather prediction models (AROME, WRF, CHIMERE, MEANDER, FOCUS), maintains a network of ~240 automated weather stations, processes radar and satellite data, and provides 24/7 operational services including aviation meteorology at Budapest airport and ABOS-3 qualified meteorological monitoring for the Paks Nuclear Power Plant. Core outputs are freely distributed through the open data portal (odp.met.hu), premium phone lines, and bespoke B2B contracts.

Product overview

HungaroMet (Hungarian Meteorological Service) operates a comprehensive meteorological service platform consisting of multiple integrated products and services. The core infrastructure is the Meteorológiai Adattár (odp.met.hu) open data archive providing free access to observation data, NWP model outputs, and climate information. Weather forecasting services include short-range, medium-range, and long-range predictions powered by multiple numerical models: AROME (convection-permitting regional model), WRF, MEANDER, CHIMERE (atmospheric composition), and FOCUS. The service operates the HAWK meteorological workstation for visualization and analysis. Air quality monitoring and forecasting is provided through the Országos Légszennyezettségi Mérőhálózat (OLM) integrated with Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS), covering five Hungarian cities (Budapest, Debrecen, Miskolc, Pécs, Szeged). Specialized services include aviation meteorology (aviation.met.hu), climate modeling, hazard warnings, pollen forecasting, and the MeteoStúdió media service. The platform also includes the klimainfo climate information portal and the open KlimAdat project database.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Meteorol\u00f3giai Adatt\u00e1r (Open Data Portal) Central open data archive distributing free meteorological observations, numerical weather prediction model outputs, climate data series, radar composites, satellite imagery, lightning, UV forecasts and synoptic reports in machine-readable formats (NetCDF, CSV, XML, PNG). Used by researchers, developers, government agencies and the public globally.
• Id\u0151j\u00e1r\u00e1s-el\u0151rejelz\u00e9s (Weather Forecasting Services) Operational weather forecasting suite providing short-range, medium-range and long-range national forecasts, probability forecasts, hydrological forecasts, multi-week European anomaly outlooks, and mapped NWP model outputs. Aimed at Hungarian citizens, government, agriculture and media via met.hu.
• Vesz\u00e9lyjelz\u00e9s (Severe Weather / Hazard Warning System) Official national hazard warning system issuing and continuously updating warnings for thunderstorms, wind, heavy rain/rainstorms, freezing rain and snowdrift across Hungary. Used by the public, emergency services, and government for severe weather preparedness.
• Rep\u00fcl\u00e9smeteorol\u00f3gia (Aviation Meteorology Services) ICAO-style aviation meteorological support including meteorological briefings, warnings and forecasts for civil aviation, delivered through a 24/7 on-site meteorological unit at Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport in cooperation with HungaroControl Zrt. Serves airlines, airports, and air navigation service providers.
• Orsz\u00e1gos L\u00e9gszennyezetts\u00e9gi M\u00e9r\u0151h\u00e1l\u00f3zat (OLM — National Air Quality Monitoring Network) Real-time national air quality monitoring network delivering pollutant measurements, forecasts, emission inventories and official air quality reports across Hungary. Integrated with the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) for five Hungarian cities (Budapest, Debrecen, Miskolc, Pécs, Szeged).
• Kl\u00edmamodellez\u00e9s (Climate Modeling Services) Climate modeling using regional climate models to project expected 21st century Hungarian climate changes, including model experiments, climate extreme analysis, and uncertainty assessment. Supports government climate policy, agriculture, and water management planning.
• Premium Phone Information Services Tiered premium-rate telephone services delivering live weather forecasts (06-90 603-421), historical data queries (06-90 603-422, weekdays 9-15h), lake weather for Balaton/Velencei/Tisza (06-90 603-423, April–October), and aviation meteorological information (06-90 603-424, 24/7). Billed at 381 HUF/minute including 27% VAT.
• Nuclear Industry Meteorological Services (Paks NPP Support) Specialized meteorological services for the Paks Nuclear Power Plant including maintenance, repair and calibration of ABOS-3 classified meteorological measurement systems, continuous environmental safety monitoring, and emergency response support. Provided under direct service contract with MVM Paksi Atomerőmű Zrt.
• Air Quality Reference Centre — NAH-Accredited Calibration and Testing Services NAH-accredited calibration laboratory (NAH-2-0285/2023, valid to May 25, 2028), testing laboratory (NAH-1-1839/2023, valid to July 27, 2028), and proficiency testing provider (NAH-8-0004/2021, valid to August 26, 2026) operating per ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO/IEC 17043. Serves Hungarian environmental laboratories requiring accredited calibration and quality assurance.
• MeteoSt\u00fadi\u00f3 Meteorological studio service delivering live weather presentations and on-camera meteorological information for media outlets and broadcasters.
• \u00c9ghajlati inform\u00e1ci\u00f3s oldal (klimainfo Climate Information Portal) Public climate information portal providing climate change data, observed climate changes, and climate stripes visualization for Hungary. Targeted at the general public, educators and journalists.
• Pollen Forecast Service Pollen concentration forecasting service delivered as part of the air quality modeling suite. Serves allergy sufferers and healthcare stakeholders across Hungary.
• Official Emission Inventory Reporting Services Production of official national emission inventory reports (NIR, CRF, IIR, NFR) for the Hungarian Agricultural Ministry, National Climate Protection Authority and international treaties (UNFCCC, NEC, UNECE LRTAP). Includes greenhouse gas and air pollutant inventories.

Quantifiable outcome

• Air quality monitoring coverage across Hungary with CAMS integration for 5 cities (Budapest, Debrecen, Miskolc, Pécs, Szeged)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

Yes

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AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• World Meteorological Organization (WMO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHungaroMet operates as Hungary's designated national meteorological service under WMO framework. Participates in WMO programs, conferences, and uses WMO standards and guidelines for observations and forecasting.
• European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF)coreTechnology or IntegrationECMWF provides global NWP model data and forecasts that HungaroMet integrates with regional models for Hungarian weather predictions. HungaroMet applies ECMWF models including data assimilation and probabilistic forecasting.
• EUMETSAT (European Organisation for the Exploitation of Satellite Systems)coreTechnology or IntegrationEUMETSAT operates weather satellites providing data that HungaroMet uses for satellite meteorology, nowcasting, and climate monitoring. HungaroMet participates in EUMITS tender opportunities.
• Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS)coreTechnology or IntegrationCAMS provides European air quality forecasts and analyses that HungaroMet integrates into its air quality services. HungaroMet hosts CAMS policy workshops and provides analysis for 5 Hungarian cities (Budapest, Debrecen, Miskolc, Pécs, Szeged).
• HungaroControl Zrt.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHungaroMet provides 24/7 aviation meteorological services at Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport in cooperation with HungaroControl for civil aviation flight safety support.
• Agricultural Ministry of HungarycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment ministry commissioning HungaroMet to prepare official emission inventory reports (NIR, CRF, IIR, NFR) for international environmental treaties including UNFCCC and Convention on Long-Range Transboundary Air Pollution.
• National Climate Protection AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborates on national greenhouse gas and air pollutant emission inventories, preparing official reports for EU and international obligations.
• Központi Statisztikai Hivatal (KSH)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCentral Statistical Office providing data for emission inventory compilation and cross-governmental coordination for environmental reporting.
• Norwegian Institute for Air Research (NILU)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborates on CAMS annual European air quality assessment reports and atmospheric research.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• The Weather Company (IBM): Global commercial weather and climate analytics provider. Competes with HungaroMet for enterprise weather data and aviation customers; broader incumbent with extensive commercial forecast and media operations globally.
• ECMWF (European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts): Intergovernmental organization producing global NWP output that HungaroMet integrates. Functions as both upstream data provider and broad incumbent in European meteorological computing, but does not deliver national public warnings.
• AccuWeather: Major commercial weather provider. Adjacent incumbent that monetizes forecasts and warnings built partly on data from national services like HungaroMet; competes for enterprise and media contracts across Europe.

Direct peers

• Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD): Germany's national meteorological service. Most directly comparable peer — both are state-owned WMO members providing national forecasting, climate services, aviation met, and open data portals with similar product portfolios (numerical models, radar/satellite, warning systems).
• KNMI (Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute): Netherlands' national meteorological service. Comparable in size, scope, and open data policy. Provides similar NWP, climate, aviation, and air quality services under WMO framework.
• Météo-France: France's national meteorological service. Comparable state-owned WMO member offering forecasting, climate data, aviation met (including for nuclear facilities), and CAMS integration. Operates similar AROME/ARPEGE NWP models.
• Met Office (UK): UK's national meteorological service. Closest international peer by mandate and product scope — public forecasting, climate projections, aviation met, defense services, and a commercial arm (Met Office Consulting) analogous to HungaroMet's premium services.
• GeoSphere Austria (formerly ZAMG): Austria's national meteorological and geophysical service. Highly comparable in scale and product mix, serving a neighboring Central European country with similar climate monitoring, aviation met, and open data offerings.
• SHMÚ (Slovak Hydrometeorological Institute): Slovakia's national meteorological service. Comparable in scale to HungaroMet, offering similar NWP-based forecasting, climate monitoring, and hydrological services for a Central European country of comparable population.
• ČHMÚ (Czech Hydrometeorological Institute): Czech Republic's national meteorological service. Closest peer by country size, GDP, and Central European climate. Operates analogous forecasting, climate, and air quality services for a comparable national footprint.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@HungaroMet
• Facebookfacebook.com/HungaroMet
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hungarian-meteorological-service

Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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