2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Antwerp in January

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

January is a good time to visit Antwerp. Antwerp has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 8°C, lows of 4°C, and approximately 9 rainy days per month.

Avg High

8°C

Avg Low

4°C

Rainy days

9days

Daylight

8.4h

Is January a good time to visit Antwerp?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

8:41 AM

Sunset

5:04 PM

Live January Forecast

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Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 16 days ahead
Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 8°C 4°C 9 Good
February 10°C 4°C 19 Wet
March 11°C 3°C 13 Wet
April 18°C 6°C 4 Good
May 19°C 8°C 4 Excellent (best)
June 22°C 13°C 12 Excellent (best)
July 21°C 13°C 12 Excellent (best)
August 25°C 16°C 12 Excellent (best)
September 21°C 12°C 10 Excellent (best)
October 14°C 9°C 17 Wet
November 12°C 6°C 10 Good
December 8°C 3°C 13 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for January

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

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Common Questions

Is January a good time to visit Antwerp? +

January is typically Good for visiting Antwerp, with average highs of 8°C and around 9 rainy days.

What should I pack for Antwerp in January? +

With highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Antwerp in January? +

Antwerp typically sees around 9 rainy days in January.

How many hours of daylight are there in Antwerp in January? +

In January, Antwerp gets approximately 8.4 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in Antwerp? +

No, January is not peak season in Antwerp. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Antwerp? +

The best months to visit Antwerp are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Brussels)

Last Updated: January 2026

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