Belgium in January
Cold, damp and dark, January is nonetheless the one month when Bruges belongs to the people who live in it.
Is January a good time to visit Belgium?
January is one of the better months across Belgium, with crowds averaging 35/100 and typical highs near 6°C.
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What closes and what fills up in January
- Nationwide winter sales begin in the first week of January and run for a month
Belgium city by city in January
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
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How January compares across the year
Frequently asked questions
Is January a good month to visit Belgium?
January is one of the better months across Belgium, with crowds averaging 35/100 and typical highs near 6°C.
How busy is Belgium in January?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Belgium sits near 35/100 in January. The calmest of them is Bruges.
What is the weather like in Belgium in January?
Expect average highs near 6°C and lows near 2°C, with roughly 13 wet days — though Belgium varies by region.