Weather in Bruges in May
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.
Climate Overview
May is an excellent time to visit Bruges. Bruges has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 18°C, lows of 8°C, and approximately 5 rainy days per month.
18°C
8°C
5days
15.6h
Is May a good time to visit Bruges?
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.
Daylight
5:58 AM
9:31 PM
Weather by Month
| 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 May
Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Planning a trip to Bruges?
Common Questions
Is May a good time to visit Bruges? +
May is typically Excellent for visiting Bruges, with average highs of 18°C and around 5 rainy days.
What should I pack for Bruges in May? +
With highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Does it rain a lot in Bruges in May? +
Bruges typically sees around 5 rainy days in May.
How many hours of daylight are there in Bruges in May? +
In May, Bruges gets approximately 15.6 hours of daylight per day.
Is May peak season in Bruges? +
Yes, May is peak season in Bruges. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.
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.
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