Walloon Brabant Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Walloon Brabant, Belgium in January.

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Waterloo Wavre Jodoigne Nivelles

Thinking about venturing to Walloon Brabant, Belgium this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Walloon Brabant in January

Walloon Brabant, Belgium is a region in Belgium. January in Walloon Brabant 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 1°C (34°F) in Waterloo. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Walloon Brabant, Belgium. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For specific regional insights in Walloon Brabant, Belgium, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 69 mm (2.7 in) in Waterloo.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Waterloo receives around 48 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Walloon Brabant by month

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

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) September20°C (68°F) October16°C (61°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Walloon Brabant in January

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

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 Walloon Brabant

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

Temperature range in Walloon Brabant (January)

Precipitation variation in Walloon Brabant (January)

Waterloo

In January Waterloo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°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)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
44 hours
48 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Waterloo →

Wavre

In January Wavre generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°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)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
44 hours
48 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Wavre →

Jodoigne

In January Jodoigne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°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)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
54 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jodoigne →

Nivelles

In January Nivelles generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°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)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
44 hours
48 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nivelles →

Bierges

In January Bierges generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°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)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
44 hours
48 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bierges →

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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 Walloon Brabant in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Waterloo 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Wavre 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Jodoigne 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Nivelles 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Bierges 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Braine-lʼAlleud 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Walloon Brabant weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Walloon Brabant, Belgium in January?

January in Walloon Brabant, Belgium brings poor weather. In Waterloo, daytime temperatures are typically around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in Walloon Brabant, Belgium in January?

Average temperatures in Walloon Brabant, Belgium during January range from a nighttime low near 1°C (34°F) to a daytime high around 7°C (45°F) in Waterloo.

Does Walloon Brabant, Belgium get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Walloon Brabant, Belgium during January, with Waterloo averaging close to 69 mm (2.7 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Walloon Brabant, Belgium?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Waterloo, January may not be the ideal time to visit Walloon Brabant, Belgium.

On average, the best time to visit Walloon Brabant, Belgium is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Waterloo. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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