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Belgium Weather in January

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Belgium in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Belgium in January

January in Belgium generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Schoenberg to 8°C (46°F) in De Panne. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in De Panne and -2°C (28°F) in Schoenberg. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Belgium. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For a closer look at conditions across Belgium, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Beveren with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Nivezé with 104 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Brussels sees roughly 54 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Belgium by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Belgium — and find the best time to visit. (based on Brussels)

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March12°C (54°F) April16°C (61°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September21°C (70°F) October16°C (61°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Belgium in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Belgium.

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Belgium?

Temperature range in Belgium (January)

Precipitation variation in Belgium (January)

Brussels

In January Brussels generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
54 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Bruges

In January 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
51 hours
64 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bruges →

Ostend

In January 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
60 hours
82 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ostend →

Antwerp

In January Antwerp generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
60 hours
78 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Antwerp →

Ghent

In January 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
61 hours
79 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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In our records: Belgium January extremes

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

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Belgium was -15°C (5°F) in Francorchamps on January 12, 1987.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brussels 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Bruges 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Ostend 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Durbuy 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Ypres 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Antwerp 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Belgium weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Belgium in January?

Expect poor weather across Belgium in January. The popular destination of Brussels averages 7°C (45°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Belgium in January?

Average temperatures in Belgium during January range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 7°C (45°F) in Brussels.

Does Belgium get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Belgium. Brussels averages only about 67 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Belgium?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Belgium with often poor weather in Brussels.

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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