Bruges Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Bruges. The annual average is 15°C high / 7°C low — hottest in July (23°C) and coldest in January (1°C).
Bruges Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Bruges's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 15° / 7°
- Best time to visit
- May, June, September
- Hottest month
- July (23°C)
- Coldest month
- January (1°C)
- Wettest month
- October (80mm)
- Driest month
- April (50mm)
As of 2026, Bruges's weather averages 15°C high / 7°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is May, June, September. The hottest month is July (23°C), the coldest is January (1°C), and the wettest is October (80mm).
Best Time to Visit Bruges
Holy Blood Procession (Ascension Day varies May) — UNESCO Intangible Heritage. Free spectator. Hotels triple.
Warm summer + tourist peak. Daylight 16h. Canal boats running daily.
BEST MONTH — ideal weather + reduced crowds + canals still running.
Bruges Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 1° | 70mm | 12 | Quiet | Details → |
| February | 7° / 1° | 55mm | 10 | Quiet | Details → |
| March | 10° / 3° | 60mm | 10 | Moderate | Details → |
| April | 14° / 5° | 50mm | 9 | Busy | Details → |
| May | 18° / 9° | 50mm | 9 | Very busy | Details → |
| June | 21° / 12° | 60mm | 9 | Very busy | Details → |
| July | 23° / 14° | 70mm | 10 | Very busy | Details → |
| August | 23° / 14° | 65mm | 9 | Very busy | Details → |
| September | 20° / 12° | 60mm | 9 | Very busy | Details → |
| October | 16° / 9° | 80mm | 11 | Busy | Details → |
| November | 10° / 5° | 80mm | 12 | Very busy | Details → |
| December | 7° / 2° | 80mm | 12 | Very busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Bruges by Season
Spring perfect. Light layers + light jacket.
Warm summer. T-shirt + shorts + UV.
Cool autumn. Light coat + sweater.
Cold + rainy. Heavy coat + waterproof.
Bruges Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Bruges? +
For weather, May, June, September are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 18°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Bruges? +
The hottest month is July with an average high of 23°C, and the coldest is January with an average low of 1°C. The annual average is 15°C high / 7°C low.
When does it rain most in Bruges? +
The wettest month is October (80mm over about 11 rainy days) and the driest is April (50mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 780mm.
What should I pack for Bruges? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 14/6°C — Spring perfect. Light layers + light jacket. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 22/13°C — Warm summer. T-shirt + shorts + UV. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 15/9°C — Cool autumn. Light coat + sweater. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 7/1°C — Cold + rainy. Heavy coat + waterproof.
What is the weather in Bruges this month (June)? +
June averages 21°C high / 12°C low with 60mm rainfall over about 9 rainy days. Crowds are very busy and prices are high.
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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.