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Bruges Weather in August — Climate Guide

August in Bruges is very-high

Avg High
23°C
Avg Low
14°C
Rainy Days
9
Sunshine
7h

Bruges Weather in August — Quick Answer

As of 2026
Avg temp
23° / 14°
Rainfall
65mm · 9 days
Crowds
Very busy

As of 2026, Bruges in August averages a high of 23°C and low of 14°C with 65mm of rain over about 9 days. Like July. Peak summer.

August is very-high for Bruges.

Peak summer + European holidays. Most-crowded month. Belfry queue 90+ min.

Crowds: Very busy Prices: Peak Sea temp: 0°C
8 /10

Travel score

Bruges August Weather Stats

Avg High

23°C

-10°
40°
Temperature range

Avg Low

14°C

Rainy Days

9

65mm total

Sunshine

7h

Daily avg

Humidity

73%

moderate

UV Index

6

High

Wind

9 km/h

Gusts 22

Sea Temp

0°C

no swimming

Crowds

Very busy

At attractions

August Sunrise & Sunset

Sunrise
06:05
Day length
15h 20min
Sunset
21:25
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Air Quality

38
AQI
Good
GoodModeratePoorVery poor

PM2.5

13 μg/m³

PM10

23 μg/m³

Status

good

Feels-Like Temperature & Wind

Feels like

Daytime

23°C

/

Nighttime

14°C

Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.

Wind

9 km/h

Max gust 22 km/h

Activities Recommended for August

Pre-book Belfry online Canal boats Brewery tours Outdoor cafes

August Travel Pros & Cons

Pros

  • 23°C summer
  • Long daylight
  • All sites operating

Cons

  • Most crowded month
  • Hotels at peak
  • Belfry queue 90+ min

August Events & Festivals

  • European school holidays peak

Bruges in August — Full Picture

Peak summer + European holidays. Most-crowded month. Belfry queue 90+ min.

What to Wear & What to Pack

Like July. Peak summer.

Packing Checklist

T-shirt + light layers
Sunglasses + SPF 50
Sneakers

Seasonal Weather Overview

Spring (Mar·Apr·May)

Avg High

14°C

Avg Low

5.7°C

Rainy days

9.3/mo

Busy Peak

Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)

Current
Avg High

22.3°C

Avg Low

13.3°C

Rainy days

9.3/mo

Very busy Peak

Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)

Avg High

15.3°C

Avg Low

8.7°C

Rainy days

10.7/mo

Very busy Peak

Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)

Avg High

6.7°C

Avg Low

1.3°C

Rainy days

11.3/mo

Moderate Shoulder

Bruges Monthly Weather Comparison

Month High Low Rain Sun Humid UV Crowd Price
12d·70mm 2h 85% 1 Quiet Low season
10d·55mm 3h 80% 1 Quiet Low season
10° 10d·60mm 4h 75% 3 Moderate Shoulder
April (Best)
14° 9d·50mm 5h 70% 4 Busy Peak
May (Best)
18° 9d·50mm 6h 70% 5 Very busy Peak
June (Best)
21° 12° 9d·60mm 7h 70% 6 Very busy Peak
July (Best)
23° 14° 10d·70mm 7h 70% 7 Very busy Peak
23° 14° 9d·65mm 7h 73% 6 Very busy Peak
20° 12° 9d·60mm 5h 75% 4 Very busy Peak
16° 11d·80mm 4h 80% 2 Busy Peak
10° 12d·80mm 2h 85% 1 Very busy Peak
December (Best)
12d·80mm 2h 85% 1 Very busy Peak

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Bruges August Hotel Picks

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August a good time to visit Bruges?

Bruges in August is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.

What's the average temperature in Bruges in August?

Bruges August averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C.

Does it rain much in Bruges in August?

Bruges August averages 65mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.

What should I wear in Bruges in August?

Like July. Peak summer.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Bruges in August?

Bruges August sunrise is 06:05 and sunset is 21:25, with 15h 20min of daylight.

What's the air quality like in Bruges in August?

Bruges August air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 13μg/m³.

What activities are recommended in Bruges in August?

In August, Bruges is great for Pre-book Belfry online, Canal boats, Brewery tours.

Is August peak season in Bruges?

Bruges August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.

Best Months to Visit Bruges

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Why you can trust weather guide

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