Weather in August in Belgium
Planning a journey to Belgium this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Belgium in August?
August in Belgium generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August falls during the summer season.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in De Haan at 22°C to warm in Genk at 24°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C in Genk and 16°C in De Haan.To explore the conditions in Belgium in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Watou with an average of 73 mm to high rainfall in Leykaul with 105 mm. Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Brussels.Average sunshine
The city Brussels usually sees around 198 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For a more detailed look at Belgium's conditions throughout the year, check out our Belgium climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Belgium?
Brussels
In August Brussels generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Bruges
In August Bruges generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Ostend
In August Ostend generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Antwerp
In August Antwerp generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Ghent
In August Ghent generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Belgium?
We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Belgium. Typically, the climate in Brussels is perfect.
Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Brussels. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Belgium.
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