Weather in October in Belgium
Planning a getaway to Belgium this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Belgium in October?
October in Belgium generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C in Schoenberg to 16°C in Dranouter. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Dranouter and 6°C in Schoenberg.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hofstade with an average of 62 mm to moderate rainfall in Bredene with 99 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 110 hours of sunlight anticipated in Brussels. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For specific regional insights in Belgium for October, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Belgium climate page.
Where to go in Belgium in October
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Belgium?
Brussels
In October Brussels generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Bruges
In October Bruges generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Ostend
In October Ostend generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Antwerp
In October Antwerp generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Ghent
In October Ghent generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Belgium?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Brussels, October might be a good time to visit Belgium. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
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 weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.
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