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West-Flanders Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in West-Flanders, Belgium in August.

Thinking about venturing to West-Flanders, Belgium this August 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 West-Flanders in August

West-Flanders, Belgium is a region in Belgium. August in West-Flanders generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in De Haan at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Avelgem at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Avelgem and 16°C (61°F) in De Haan. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in West-Flanders, Belgium.

For a closer look at conditions across West-Flanders, Belgium, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Watou with an average of 73 mm (2.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Bredene with 86 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Bruges typically receives 209 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore West-Flanders by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in West-Flanders — and find the best time to visit. (based on Bruges)

Best Places to Visit in West-Flanders in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across West-Flanders.

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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 West-Flanders

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in West-Flanders, Belgium?

Temperature range in West-Flanders (August)

Precipitation variation in West-Flanders (August)

Bruges

In August Bruges generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
209 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Ostend

In August Ostend generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
217 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Knokke-Heist

In August Knokke-Heist generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
209 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Blankenberge

In August Blankenberge generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
209 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Ypres

In August Ypres generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
213 hours
200 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in West-Flanders, in Belgium.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in West-Flanders in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bruges 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Ostend 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Ypres 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Knokke-Heist 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Blankenberge 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
De Haan 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

West-Flanders weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in West-Flanders, Belgium in August?

August in West-Flanders, Belgium brings perfect weather. In Bruges, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in West-Flanders, Belgium in August?

Average temperatures in West-Flanders, Belgium during August range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Bruges.

Does West-Flanders, Belgium get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Bruges averages just 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for West-Flanders, Belgium.

Is August a Good Time to Visit West-Flanders, Belgium?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to West-Flanders, Belgium. Typically, the climate in Bruges is perfect.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Bruges. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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