Belgium

Belgium Weather in May

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

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Brussels Bruges Ostend Durbuy

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

What to Expect in Belgium in May

May in Belgium generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Bredene at 16°C (61°F) and pleasant in Genk at 20°C (68°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Genk and 11°C (52°F) in Bredene.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dilsen-Stokkem with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Leykaul with 91 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Brussels sees close to 199 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Belgium in May

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Belgium?

Temperature range in Belgium (May)

Precipitation variation in Belgium (May)

Brussels

In May Brussels generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
199 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Brussels →

Bruges

In May Bruges generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
218 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Bruges →

Ostend

In May Ostend generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
220 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ostend →

Antwerp

In May Antwerp generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
220 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Antwerp →

Ghent

In May Ghent generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
204 hours
197 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Ghent →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brussels 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Bruges 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Ostend 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Durbuy 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Ypres 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Antwerp 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Belgium weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Belgium in May?

Expect pleasant weather across Belgium in May. The popular destination of Brussels averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Belgium in May?

Average temperatures in Belgium during May range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Brussels.

Does Belgium get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Brussels averages just 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Belgium.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Belgium?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Belgium with overall pleasant weather in Brussels. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Belgium is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Brussels. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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