Average weather for Belgium in January
It's cold in January in Belgium with an average temperature of 7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 10°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 5°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Belgium with cold temps, averaging around 9°C during the day and nights around 5°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 7°C, with nights around 3°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Belgium is around 7°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In January, there is an average of 73 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,2 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Belgium in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
7°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
10°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
5°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
73 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
15 days | 12 days | |
 Total snowfall |
1,2 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 8 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 2 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Temperature records
With 16°C in 2023, Belgium reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -1°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -7°C to a highest value of 11°C.
Check out the climate of Belgium for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Belgium is based on weather data from Ghent. Other places, like Ardennes, Bruges or Antwerp, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Belgium to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in January in Belgium
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Belgium, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Belgium
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Belgium, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in Belgium.
Daily Snowfall in January in Belgium
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Belgium, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV index in January in Belgium
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Belgium, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Belgium over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Belgium, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Belgium over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Belgium, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Belgium per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Belgium, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in January for Belgium
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Belgium. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Belgium by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Belgium. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
