May weather forecast
Belgium

May in Belgium signifies the end of spring and the onset of summer. This period is characterized by a further increase in temperatures, ranging between 8°C (46.4°F) and 18°C (64.4°F). Both coastal and central regions, including cities like Brussels, Antwerp, and Ostend, experience warmer weather, making outdoor activities and sightseeing highly enjoyable.

The Ardennes region also experiences warmer temperatures and clearer skies during this time. The snow and frost of winter are now distant memories, replaced by lush greenery and flowering flora that highlight the natural beauty of the area.

May sees an average rainfall of 60mm (2.36") to 80mm (3.15"), with precipitation often in the form of sporadic, light showers. Despite the showers, May is generally drier than April, allowing more opportunities for outdoor exploration and activities.

Daylight hours continue to increase in May, reaching an average of 16 hours a day, further enhancing the appeal for outdoor adventures. This marks a significant change from the shorter days of winter and the transitionary period of spring.

As May transitions into June, the weather continues to warm up as summer approaches. However, occasional spring showers can still occur, so it is advisable to keep rain gear handy. The pleasant weather, coupled with the vibrant spring colours giving way to summer hues, makes May a particularly attractive time to visit Belgium.

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• Brussels - May »
  On the first day of May in Brussels sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 21:04. May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F) and a low-temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F).
• Antwerp - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Antwerp sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 21:47 CEST. In Antwerp, in May, during 14.6 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Ghent - May »
  This gradually warming and elongating days manifest as a prelude to June, the month that furthers the introduction of true summer weather in Ghent, Belgium. Ghent perceives a slight temperature ascent during May, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a moderate 13°C (55.4°F) in April to a still refreshing 17°C (62.6°F).
• Charleroi - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Charleroi, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:43 CEST. On the last day of May, in Charleroi, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:43 CEST.
• Liège - May »
  May is an agreeable month in Liège with weather conditions transitioning towards summer. With the beginning of May, Liège's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a refreshing 14°C (57.2°F) in April to a comfortable 18°C (64.4°F).
• Bruges - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Bruges sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 21:52 CEST. In Bruges in May, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation.
• Leuven - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Leuven sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 21:45 CEST. In Leuven during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.
• Aalst - May »
  On the first day of May in Aalst sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 21:05. In Aalst in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation.
• La Louvière - May »
  On the first day of May in La Louvière sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 21:03. In La Louvière, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.2 days and collects up to 475mm (18.7") of precipitation.