Do a pub crawl in Antwerp
You can visit Antwerp year round however May through September is the best time to go to Antwerp for a pub crawl. Late spring is recommended for its long days.
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Semel, Belgium. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.
If you're visiting Semel, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 259 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 40 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1796 hours.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Semel serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.3 hours of daily sunlight.
On average the sun shines 51% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 16%.
Semel enjoys an average of 1796 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.
In contrast, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
December, Semel’s wettest month, receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 6°C (43°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Semel Precipitation page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Semel - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
See the full Semel climate overview or explore weather in Belgium.
Where to go in September - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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