City in West Flanders, Belgium
Bruges weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bruges
Apr–Jun and Sep are mild and less crowded; Jul–Aug and December markets are busiest. Winter is cold, damp and quiet. Day-trippers fill streets 11:00–17:00.
Bruges weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan6°67 mm
- Feb7°59 mm
- Mar10°54 mm
- Apr14°39 mm
- May17°58 mm
- Jun20°62 mm
- Jul22°74 mm
- Aug22°80 mm
- Sep19°58 mm
- Oct15°71 mm
- Nov10°77 mm
- Dec7°79 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C43°F | 1°C34°F | 67 mm | 92% | Cold |
| February | 7°C44°F | 1°C33°F | 59 mm | 89% | Cold |
| March | 10°C50°F | 2°C36°F | 54 mm | 85% | Cold |
| April | 14°C58°F | 5°C40°F | 39 mm | 81% | Cool |
| May | 17°C63°F | 8°C47°F | 58 mm | 80% | Cool |
| June | 20°C69°F | 11°C53°F | 62 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C72°F | 14°C56°F | 74 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| August | 22°C72°F | 13°C56°F | 80 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| September | 19°C67°F | 11°C51°F | 58 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 15°C59°F | 8°C46°F | 71 mm | 87% | Cool |
| November | 10°C50°F | 5°C40°F | 77 mm | 91% | Cold |
| December | 7°C44°F | 2°C35°F | 79 mm | 93% | Cold |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Bruges?
Apr–Jun, Sep. Apr–Jun and Sep are mild and less crowded; Jul–Aug and December markets are busiest. Winter is cold, damp and quiet. Day-trippers fill streets 11:00–17:00.
When is the rainy season in Bruges?
Rain peaks in August with about 80 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Bruges?
July, with average highs of 22°C (72°F).
How cold does Bruges get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 1°C (33°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.