Bruges Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Bruges. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 8°C (46°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 15°C (59°F) in August to 3°C (37°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Bruges has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 832 mm (33 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Bruges enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 81 mm (3.2 in) of precipitation, while in April, Bruges receives about 53 mm (2.1 in). For more details, please visit our Bruges Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Bruges can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine