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Belgium Weather in July

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

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Planning a getaway to Belgium this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Belgium in July

July in Belgium generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During July, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Bredene at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Genk at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Genk and 16°C (61°F) in Bredene. On average, July is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Belgium.

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

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Watou with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Leykaul with 108 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Brussels enjoys about 205 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Belgium?

Temperature range in Belgium (July)

Precipitation variation in Belgium (July)

Brussels

In July 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.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
205 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Brussels →

Bruges

In July 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.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
222 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bruges →

Ostend

In July Ostend generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
232 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ostend →

Antwerp

In July 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.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
216 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Antwerp →

Ghent

In July 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.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
210 hours
197 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ghent →

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In our records: Belgium July extremes

Notable July 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 warmest July day in Belgium reached 40°C (104°F) in Hasselt on July 25, 2019.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brussels 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Bruges 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Ostend 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Durbuy 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Ypres 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Antwerp 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Belgium weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Belgium in July?

Expect perfect weather across Belgium in July. The popular destination of Brussels averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Belgium in July?

Average temperatures in Belgium during July 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 July?

Not particularly. Brussels averages just 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain in July, making it a mostly dry month for Belgium.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Belgium?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Belgium with overall perfect weather in Brussels.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Brussels. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Belgium.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Belgium? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Belgium.

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