Bruges weather in May (West-Flanders, Belgium)

What can you expect from the weather in Bruges during May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Bruges typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 18°C, while night temperatures can drop to 10°C.

Bruges in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 218 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bruges climate page with graphs.

 

Bruges, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 218 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Belgium in May

Find out more about the weather in Belgium in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Bruges in May?

For visitors traveling to Bruges, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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