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Brussels Region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Brussels Region, Belgium in December.

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Are you planning a trip a to Brussels Region, Belgium in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Brussels Region in December

Brussels Region, Belgium is a region in Belgium. December in Brussels Region generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Brussels.

For a closer look at conditions across Brussels Region, Belgium, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 78 mm (3.1 in) in Brussels.

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during December. Brussels experiences about 45 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Brussels Region by month

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

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 Brussels Region in December

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
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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).

Popular Destinations in Brussels Region

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Brussels Region, Belgium?

Brussels

In December Brussels generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
45 hours
54 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
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Brussels Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Brussels Region, Belgium in December?

Expect poor weather across Brussels Region, Belgium in December. The popular destination of Brussels averages 8°C (46°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Brussels Region, Belgium in December?

Average temperatures in Brussels Region, Belgium during December range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 8°C (46°F) in Brussels.

Does Brussels Region, Belgium get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Brussels Region, Belgium. Brussels averages only about 78 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Brussels Region, Belgium?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Brussels Region, Belgium with often poor weather in Brussels.

On average, the best time to visit Brussels Region, Belgium is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Brussels. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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