Mechelen weather in January (Antwerpen Province, Belgium)

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

In January, Mechelen typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 7°C, while night temperatures can drop to 2°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Mechelen in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 18 days.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 54 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Mechelen. May, 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 Mechelen climate page with graphs.

 

Mechelen, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 54 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Brussels, Belgium (14 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Belgium in January

Find out more about the weather in Belgium in January 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 Mechelen in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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