Weather in Bruges

Best time to visit

Bruges has a mild climate and is generally warm and temperate. There isn't really a bad time to visit Bruges; even a dark, brooding sky seems to accentuate the city’s gothic good looks.

Spring (March to May) sees temperatures gradually increase from 2°C (35.6°F) in March to 18°C (64.4°F) in May. Most tourists arrive in the summer months, so visit in spring for a less-crowded city to explore.

Summer (June to August) is the peak season for visiting Bruges. Visit in July if you’re looking to take part in musical festivals. However, if you have an aversion to jostling for space with other tourists, avoid the peak season.

Autumn (September to November) is typically rainy. The average temperatures in November are around 7°С (45°F) and 12°С (53°F). Believe it or not, but it has been said that September is one of the sunniest months of the year.


Winter (December to January) is made even colder by the cold winds that come from the coasts. But don’t be disheartened, the Christmas Market in Old Town and December Dance festival will lift your spirits and keep you warm inside.

Night

Weather (night) Temp (min night) Rain (mm) Wind (mph) Humidity Pressure Visibility
Sun
Partly Cloudy Night
Partly cloudy skies
2
1
°C
0.1mm
6
e
78%
1,016mb
Good
Mon
Clear
Clear skies
2
1
°C
0.1mm
7
s
63%
1,013mb
Good
Tue
Partly Cloudy Night
Partly cloudy skies
1
6
°C
0.1mm
8
wsw
89%
1,015mb
Good
Wed
Clear
Clear skies
1
3
°C
0.3mm
7
sw
87%
1,022mb
Good
Thu
Clear
Clear skies
1
3
°C
0.3mm
6
s
86%
1,018mb
Good
Fri
Partly Cloudy Night
Partly cloudy skies
1
4
°C
0.3mm
9
w
76%
1,012mb
Good
Sat
Occ Light Rain
Patchy rain possible
1
2
°C
0.5mm
7
sw
87%
1,017mb
Moderate
Sun
Partly Cloudy Day
Partly cloudy skies
1
3
°C
0mm
8
n
61%
1,025mb
Good
Mon
Partly Cloudy Day
Partly cloudy skies
1
1
°C
0mm
6
wnw
59%
1,021mb
Good
Last updated at 04:06, Tuesday 27 August
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