Kortrijk weather in August (West-Flanders, Belgium)

Looking to travel to Kortrijk in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Kortrijk the weather in August is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 24°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 14°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Kortrijk in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Typically around 14 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 200 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 you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Kortrijk. June, July, August and September typically offer 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 Kortrijk climate page with graphs.

 

Kortrijk, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 80 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 200 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Lille, France (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in Belgium in August

Find out more about the weather in Belgium in August 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 Kortrijk in August?

For visitors traveling to Kortrijk, 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 August.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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