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Belgium Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Belgium in August.

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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 to Expect 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 (72°F) to warm in Genk at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Genk and 16°C (61°F) 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 (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Leykaul with 105 mm (4.1 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Brussels.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Brussels typically receives 198 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Belgium in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Belgium

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Belgium?

Temperature range in Belgium (August)

Precipitation variation in Belgium (August)

Brussels

In August Brussels generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
198 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Brussels →

Bruges

In August Bruges generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
209 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bruges →

Ostend

In August Ostend generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
217 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Ostend →

Antwerp

In August Antwerp generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
204 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Antwerp →

Ghent

In August Ghent generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
197 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ghent →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Belgium in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brussels 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Bruges 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Ostend 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Durbuy 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Ypres 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Antwerp 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

Belgium weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Belgium in August?

In August, Belgium generally has perfect weather conditions. Brussels sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Belgium in August?

Average temperatures in Belgium during August range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Brussels.

Does Belgium get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Brussels averages just 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Belgium.

Is August a Good 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.

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