August weather forecast
Brussels, Belgium

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A beautiful slope garden with several museums, in the city of Brussels, Belgium
A beautiful slope garden with several museums, in the city of Brussels, Belgium

Weather in August

In August, the summer temperatures persist, albeit with a slight drop in daytime highs to 22.6°C (72.7°F). This climatic pattern resonates with that of July, with an impressive amount of sunshine despite the waning daylight hours. As days shorten slightly heading into the fall yet remaining warm and moderately humid, August offers some of the best weather conditions for outdoor activities. Vigilance regarding intermittent rain is advised since rainfall days persist during these summer months.

Temperature

Brussels transitions into August recording an average high-temperature of a pleasant 22.6°C (72.7°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. During August, Brussels records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 13.6°C (56.5°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 75.5%.

Rainfall

In Brussels, in August, during 14.5 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 199.6 rainfall days, and 853mm (33.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Brussels, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Brussels, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 21:28. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 20:29 CEST.

Sunshine

In Brussels, the average sunshine in August is 6.1h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

Brussels in August has an average high-temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.6°C (56.5°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Brussels?

The average relative humidity in August is 75.5%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Brussels, in August, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Brussels, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Brussels have in August?

The average day length in August is 14h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 21:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 20:29 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Brussels is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in August
Brussels, Belgium

Average temperature in August - Brussels, Belgium
  • Average high temperature in August: 22.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (0.7°C).

Average humidity in August
Brussels, Belgium

Average humidity in August - Brussels, Belgium
  • Average humidity in August: 75.5%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88.8%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72.5%).

Average rainfall in August
Brussels, Belgium

Average rainfall in August - Brussels, Belgium
  • Average rainfall in August: 79.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (81mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (51.3mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Brussels, Belgium

Average rainfall days in August - Brussels, Belgium
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (14.3 days).

Average snowfall days in August
Brussels, Belgium

Average snowfall days in August - Brussels, Belgium
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Brussels, Belgium

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Brussels, Belgium
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average UV index in August
Brussels, Belgium

Average UV index in August - Brussels, Belgium
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Brussels, Belgium

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