2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Brussels in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit Brussels. Brussels has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 19°C, lows of 8°C, and approximately 4 rainy days per month.

Avg High

19°C

Avg Low

8°C

Rainy days

4days

Daylight

15.5h

Is May a good time to visit Brussels?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:55 AM

Sunset

9:25 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 8°C 3°C 9 Good
February 10°C 4°C 19 Wet
March 11°C 3°C 11 Good
April 18°C 6°C 4 Good
May 19°C 8°C 4 Excellent (best)
June 22°C 13°C 11 Excellent (best)
July 22°C 13°C 12 Excellent (best)
August 26°C 16°C 12 Excellent (best)
September 21°C 12°C 9 Excellent (best)
October 14°C 9°C 19 Wet
November 12°C 6°C 9 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 May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

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

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Brussels? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting Brussels, with average highs of 19°C and around 4 rainy days.

What should I pack for Brussels in May? +

With highs of 19°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 Brussels in May? +

Brussels typically sees around 4 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in Brussels in May? +

In May, Brussels gets approximately 15.5 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Brussels? +

Yes, May is peak season in Brussels. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Brussels? +

The best months to visit Brussels 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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