2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Bruges 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 Bruges. Bruges has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 8°C, lows of 4°C, and approximately 11 rainy days per month.

Avg High

8°C

Avg Low

4°C

Rainy days

11days

Daylight

8.4h

Is January a good time to visit Bruges?

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

Daylight

Sunrise

8:46 AM

Sunset

5:08 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 11 Good
February 10°C 5°C 19 Wet
March 10°C 3°C 10 Good
April 17°C 6°C 4 Excellent (best)
May 18°C 8°C 5 Excellent (best)
June 20°C 12°C 14 Wet
July 21°C 13°C 13 Wet
August 24°C 16°C 16 Wet
September 20°C 12°C 9 Excellent (best)
October 14°C 9°C 20 Excellent (best)
November 12°C 6°C 10 Good
December 8°C 3°C 14 Excellent (best)

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 Bruges? +

January is typically Good for visiting Bruges, with average highs of 8°C and around 11 rainy days.

What should I pack for Bruges 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 Bruges in January? +

Bruges typically sees around 11 rainy days in January.

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

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

Is January peak season in Bruges? +

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

What is the best month to visit Bruges? +

The best months to visit Bruges are April, May, September, October, December, 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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