Belgium Bruges Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Bruges is high
Bruges Weather in October — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 16° / 9°
- Rainfall
- 80mm · 11 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Bruges in October averages a high of 16°C and low of 9°C with 80mm of rain over about 11 days. Cool autumn. Light coat + sweater.
October is high for Bruges.
Cool autumn + autumn foliage in canals. Pre-Christmas market hotels affordable.
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Bruges October Weather Stats
Avg High
16°C
Avg Low
9°C
Rainy Days
11
80mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
high
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
15 μg/m³
PM10
25 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
15°C
Nighttime
8°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 16°C pleasant
- Autumn foliage in canals
- Pre-Christmas pricing
- Canal boats running
Cons
- 80mm rain
- Daylight 11h
October Events & Festivals
- Autumn foliage
- Pre-Christmas market shoulder
Bruges in October — Full Picture
Cool autumn + autumn foliage in canals. Pre-Christmas market hotels affordable.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cool autumn. Light coat + sweater.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
14°C
5.7°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
22.3°C
13.3°C
9.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current15.3°C
8.7°C
10.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
6.7°C
1.3°C
11.3/mo
Bruges Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6° | 1° | 12d·70mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 7° | 1° | 10d·55mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 10° | 3° | 10d·60mm | 4h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 14° | 5° | 9d·50mm | 5h | 70% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 18° | 9° | 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 | |
| September (Best) | 20° | 12° | 9d·60mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
| 16° | 9° | 11d·80mm | 4h | 80% | 2 | Busy | Peak | |
| 10° | 5° | 12d·80mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Very busy | Peak | |
| December (Best) | 7° | 2° | 12d·80mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Very busy | Peak |
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Bruges October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Bruges?
Bruges in October is high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Bruges in October?
Bruges October averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C.
Does it rain much in Bruges in October?
Bruges October averages 80mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Bruges in October?
Cool autumn. Light coat + sweater.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Bruges in October?
Bruges October sunrise is 07:35 and sunset is 18:55, with 11h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Bruges in October?
Bruges October air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 15μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Bruges in October?
In October, Bruges is great for Canal boats autumn foliage, Belfry Tower, Brewery tours.
Is October peak season in Bruges?
Bruges October crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.