When to visit
City of Brussels?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

City of Brussels
Brussels Capital · Belgium

The best time to visit City of Brussels is June, July, August, when the weather, flight prices, and crowds align.consistent weather climate

Climate score
June
81

Excellent climate

🌥Mild

Temperature
13–22°C
Cool nights
Feels like
12–21°C
Comfortable
Precipitation
71mm
Moderate rain · 10 days
Sunshine
11.2h
Mostly cloudy
Humidity (%)
71%
Comfortable
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
-10°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
91
High season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJun91JulAugSepOctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score9152647748181828152219
ClimateColdColdColdColdMildMildPleasantPleasantMildMildColdCold
Temperature2–6°C2–8°C3–11°C5–14°C9–18°C13–22°C14–23°C15–23°C12–20°C9–16°C5–10°C3–8°C
Feels like-3–2°C-2–4°C-1–7°C2–11°C7–16°C12–21°C13–22°C14–23°C10–19°C7–13°C2–7°C-1–4°C
Precipitation75mm
14 days
67mm
13 days
71mm
14 days
47mm
10 days
63mm
11 days
71mm
10 days
68mm
10 days
59mm
11 days
64mm
11 days
72mm
11 days
69mm
13 days
75mm
13 days
Sunshine2.9h
☀︎ 34%
4.8h
☀︎ 48%
6.5h
☀︎ 54%
9.7h
☀︎ 70%
10.6h
☀︎ 68%
11.2h
☀︎ 68%
11.3h
☀︎ 71%
10.7h
☀︎ 74%
9.0h
☀︎ 72%
5.1h
☀︎ 48%
3.8h
☀︎ 42%
2.5h
☀︎ 31%
WindSW · 23 km/hSW · 25 km/hSW · 23 km/hNW · 20 km/hW · 19 km/hW · 19 km/hW · 19 km/hSW · 18 km/hSW · 19 km/hSW · 21 km/hSW · 22 km/hSW · 23 km/h
Humidity (%)87%82%78%72%72%71%71%72%76%82%86%88%
Day length8.5h10.0h11.9h13.9h15.5h16.4h16.0h14.5h12.6h10.7h9.0h8.0h
Tourist CrowdsLow seasonLow seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Flower Carpet
Winter Wonders & Christmas Market
Belgian Beer Weekend
Brussels Jazz Weekend
Brussels Summer Festival
Ommegang
Bright Brussels Festival
Brussels Comic Strip Festival
Events & Festivals
  • Flower CarpetculturalSignature event
    August· 50k+ visitors

    Every two years in August, the Grand Place is adorned with a spectacular carpet of begonias, creating a breathtaking flo…

  • Winter Wonders & Christmas MarketfestivalSignature event
    November, December· 500k+ visitors

    Brussels transforms into a magical winter wonderland from late November through December. Expect chilly weather, festive…

  • Belgian Beer Weekendfood wine
    September· 50k+ visitors

    Held on the Grand Place in early September, this event celebrates Belgium's rich brewing heritage with tastings from num…

  • Brussels Jazz Weekendfestival
    May· 50k+ visitors

    A free jazz festival held across various venues and outdoor stages in late May, bringing vibrant music to the city. The…

  • Brussels Summer Festivalfestival
    August· 50k+ visitors

    A multi-genre music festival held over several days in August, featuring international and local artists across various…

  • Ommegangcultural
    July· 50k+ visitors

    This historical pageant in July recreates a 16th-century procession, featuring hundreds of costumed participants and hor…

  • Bright Brussels Festivalcultural
    February· 50k+ visitors

    This light festival illuminates the city's iconic landmarks and neighborhoods with stunning artistic installations over…

  • Brussels Comic Strip Festivalcultural
    September· 50k+ visitors

    A vibrant festival in September celebrating the art of comic strips, a significant part of Belgian culture, with exhibit…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit City of Brussels?

The best time to visit City of Brussels is August, June, July, September, May, with temperatures between 9 °C and 23 °C. The best month is August. August is high season.

What is the weather like in City of Brussels?

City of Brussels has a climate with an overall score of 4.8/10. Annual temperatures range from 2 °C to 23 °C.

What is the hottest month in City of Brussels?

The hottest month in City of Brussels is July, with average highs of 23 °C and lows of 14 °C.

What is the rainiest month in City of Brussels?

The rainiest month in City of Brussels is December, with an average of 75 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in City of Brussels?

Peak season in City of Brussels is March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in City of Brussels?

City of Brussels does not have a clearly defined shoulder season based on available data.