Do a pub crawl in Antwerp
You can visit Antwerp year round however May through September is the best time to go to Antwerp for a pub crawl. Late spring is recommended for its long days.
Bruges Weather in March
In Bruges, March brings low daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to 5°C (41°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.
Rainfall in Bruges in March
This month experiences about 18 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 56 mm (2.2 in). This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.
Temperature in Bruges in March
Daytime temperatures in Bruges reach 11°C (52°F) in March, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 5°C (41°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Bruges in March
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 131 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Bruges.
Bruges Temperature in March
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
56 mm (2.2 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Sunshine
131 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Bruges Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Bruges typically rise from around 8°C (46°F) at the start of March to approximately 11°C (52°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 2°C (36°F) to 6°C (43°F).
Average temperatures in March
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in March
Historical weather records for Bruges in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Bruges spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Bruges historical weather extremes in March
Based on weather observations in Bruges between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during March.
- The hottest March day on record in Bruges reached 20°C (68°F) (March 30, 2021).
- The coldest March day was on March 2, 2018, with a maximum of -1°C (30°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in March was -8°C (18°F) (March 4, 2005).
Best Places in Belgium in March
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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).
What to Wear in Bruges in March
The weather can be unpredictable in March, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
What To Do in Bruges in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports6/10
Bruges 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in March
Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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