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West-Flanders Weather in December

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

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Bruges Ostend Ypres Knokke-Heist

Thinking about venturing to West-Flanders, Belgium this December 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 December

West-Flanders, Belgium is a region in Belgium. December in West-Flanders generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Bruges.

To explore the conditions in West-Flanders, Belgium in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Beveren with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Bredene with 101 mm (4 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Bruges.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Bruges receives around 51 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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)

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May18°C (64°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September20°C (68°F) October16°C (61°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit West-Flanders →

Best Places to Visit in West-Flanders in December

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

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 West-Flanders

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

Temperature range in West-Flanders (December)

Precipitation variation in West-Flanders (December)

Bruges

In December Bruges generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
51 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Bruges →

Ostend

In December Ostend generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
65 hours
48 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ostend →

Knokke-Heist

In December Knokke-Heist generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
51 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Knokke-Heist →

Blankenberge

In December Blankenberge generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
51 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Blankenberge →

Ypres

In December Ypres generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
75 mm (3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Ypres →

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bruges 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Ostend 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Ypres 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Knokke-Heist 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Blankenberge 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
De Haan 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)

West-Flanders weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in West-Flanders, Belgium brings poor weather. In Bruges, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near 4°C (39°F).

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

Bruges averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

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

Not particularly. Bruges averages just 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for West-Flanders, Belgium.

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

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bruges, December may not be the ideal time to visit West-Flanders, Belgium.

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

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