This year, gas was pumped into the storage for a month longer.

Since the end of October, Hungary's natural gas reserves have gradually decreased, with about 50 million cubic meters consumed since the peak on October 26. The current storage level is below the usual for this time of year but higher than last year's. Gas withdrawals started a month later than in 2025. Despite historically low levels, last year's reserves were even lower, and supplies lasted through the unusually cold winter. The EU faces its lowest storage levels since 2013, particularly in Germany, but there is no panic as gas supply remains steady. High prices have led traders to be cautious about stocking up, even as current prices are double last year's. Concerns remain about a potentially cold winter.