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Brussels Region Weather in January

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

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Considering a trip to Brussels Region, Belgium this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Brussels Region in January

Brussels Region, Belgium is a region in Belgium. January in Brussels Region generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Brussels. 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.

To explore the conditions in Brussels Region, Belgium in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 67 mm (2.6 in) in Brussels.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Brussels sees roughly 54 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

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) This monthJune22°C (72°F) July24°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 January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 January for the most popular destinonation in Brussels Region, Belgium?

Brussels

In January Brussels 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.

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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
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Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Brussels Region, 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.

Brussels Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, Brussels Region, Belgium generally has poor weather conditions. Brussels sees daytime temperatures near 7°C (45°F), with nights cooling to roughly 2°C (36°F).

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

In Brussels, the average daytime high in January is 7°C (45°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 2°C (36°F).

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

Not particularly. Brussels averages just 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Brussels Region, Belgium.

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

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

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Brussels. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Brussels Region.

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