Belgium

Belgium Weather in February

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

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Brussels Bruges Ostend Durbuy

Planning a trip to Belgium this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Belgium in February

February in Belgium generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. February falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C (41°F) in Schoenberg to 9°C (48°F) in Poperinge. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Poperinge and -2°C (28°F) in Schoenberg.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Belgium, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Roesbrugge-Haringe with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Nivezé with 100 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Brussels gets roughly 77 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Belgium in February

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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 February for some of the most popular destinations in Belgium?

Temperature range in Belgium (February)

Precipitation variation in Belgium (February)

Brussels

In February Brussels generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
77 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Brussels →

Bruges

In February Bruges generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
64 hours
85 hours
131 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Bruges →

Ostend

In February Ostend generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
82 hours
131 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ostend →

Antwerp

In February Antwerp generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
78 hours
135 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Antwerp →

Ghent

In February Ghent generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
79 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Ghent →

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In our records: Belgium February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Belgium in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Belgium dropped to -21°C (-6°F) in Waimes on February 21, 1986.
  • From our sources, the wettest February day in Belgium brought 355 mm (14 in) in Koksijde on February 27, 2004.

Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brussels 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Bruges 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Ostend 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Durbuy 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Ypres 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Antwerp 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Belgium weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Belgium in February?

Belgium typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Brussels average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Belgium in February?

Average temperatures in Belgium during February range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 8°C (46°F) in Brussels.

Does Belgium get a lot of rain in February?

February is on the drier side in Belgium. Brussels averages only about 68 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Belgium?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Brussels, February may not be the ideal time to visit Belgium.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Brussels. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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We have much more information about the climate in Belgium.

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