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Antwerpen Province Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Antwerpen Province, Belgium in January.

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Antwerp Mechelen Mol Geel

Planning a getaway to Antwerpen Province, Belgium this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Antwerpen Province in January

Antwerpen Province, Belgium is a region in Belgium. January in Antwerpen Province generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Antwerp. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For a closer look at conditions across Antwerpen Province, Belgium, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mechelen with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Kasterlee with 72 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Antwerp sees roughly 60 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Antwerpen Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Antwerpen Province — and find the best time to visit. (based on Antwerp)

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March12°C (54°F) April16°C (61°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September21°C (70°F) October16°C (61°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Antwerpen Province in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Antwerpen Province.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Antwerpen Province

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Antwerpen Province, Belgium?

Temperature range in Antwerpen Province (January)

Precipitation variation in Antwerpen Province (January)

Antwerp

In January Antwerp generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
60 hours
78 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Antwerp →

Mechelen

In January Mechelen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
54 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mechelen →

Mol

In January Mol generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
53 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mol →

Geel

In January Geel generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
53 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Geel →

Turnhout

In January Turnhout generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
66 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Turnhout →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Antwerpen Province, in Belgium.

In our records: Belgium January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Belgium in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Belgium was -15°C (5°F) in Francorchamps on January 12, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Antwerpen Province in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antwerp 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Mechelen 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Mol 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Geel 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Turnhout 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Lier 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Antwerpen Province weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Antwerpen Province, Belgium in January?

Antwerpen Province, Belgium typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Antwerp average around 7°C (45°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Antwerpen Province, Belgium in January?

Antwerp averages a daytime maximum of 7°C (45°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

Does Antwerpen Province, Belgium get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Antwerp averages just 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Antwerpen Province, Belgium.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Antwerpen Province, Belgium?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Antwerpen Province, Belgium due to the typically poor weather in Antwerp.

On average, the best time to visit Antwerpen Province, Belgium is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Antwerp. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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