Antwerp features a temperate oceanic climate with cool, damp winters and mild to pleasantly warm summers. Rainfall is spread throughout the year, with frequent clouds and brisk winds from the Atlantic. Seasonal changes bring variable temperatures, long summer days, and moderate humidity, making Antwerp a vibrant destination for travel in any season.
The best times to travel section shows how the months compare for a visit, so you can find the time of year that fits what you want to do.
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Antwerp’s climate is shaped by its proximity to the North Sea and the influence of Atlantic weather systems, resulting in four distinct seasons. Winters (December–February) are cool and damp, with average highs of 5–7°C and lows near 1–2°C. Frost and light snow are common, though heavy snow is rare. Most winter days are grey and wet, with just 1–2 hours of sunshine and frequent wind. January is typically the coldest month, with nighttime temperatures occasionally dropping below freezing.
Spring (March–May) is initially chilly and unstable, with possible snow in March and rapidly warming temperatures by May, reaching highs of 17–19°C. April and May are the driest and sunniest months, ideal for outdoor cafés and festivals. Summers (June–August) are mild to warm, with average highs of 20–24°C and lows around 13–15°C. July and August are the warmest months, but Atlantic fronts bring frequent rain showers and cool spells. Nights can be chilly, and the wind off the sea keeps humidity moderate. Autumn (September–November) is mild to cool, with highs dropping from 19°C in September to 9°C in November. Rain, wind, and fog become more frequent, and days shorten rapidly. Annual precipitation averages 825–850 mm, with July and November being the wettest months. Antwerp enjoys about 1,700–1,750 hours of sunshine per year, with daylight ranging from 8 hours in winter to 16 hours in midsummer.
| Average climate data for Antwerp, Belgium | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | 5 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 18 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 7 | 23 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 45 | 45 | 43 | 18 | 32 | 37 | 30 | 39 | 22 | 35 | 46 | 57 | 450 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 17 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 12 | 14 | 17 | 19 | 179 |
| Average snowfall (mm) | 31 | 31 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 25 | 97 |
| Average snowfall days (days) | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 13 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 87 | 81 | 79 | 72 | 76 | 78 | 75 | 75 | 79 | 81 | 86 | 87 | 80 |
| Average wind speed (km/h) | 17 | 17 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 14 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 8 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 3 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 6 |
| Average cloud coverage (%) | 63 | 61 | 52 | 41 | 46 | 45 | 41 | 40 | 44 | 52 | 59 | 62 | 51 |
| Average UV index | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
The best time to visit Antwerp is from May to September, when temperatures are mild to warm (17–24°C), days are long and sunny, and the city is lively with festivals and outdoor events. Late spring and early autumn offer pleasant weather, blooming parks, and fewer crowds, making them ideal for sightseeing and enjoying Antwerp’s vibrant atmosphere.
The least favourable time to visit is from November to February, when Antwerp is coldest, daylight hours are shortest, and rain, wind, and dampness are most frequent. While winter brings festive charm, outdoor exploration can be less comfortable due to chilly, wet, and unpredictable weather.
Antwerp has a temperate oceanic climate with cool, damp winters and mild to warm summers. Rain falls throughout the year, with the wettest months in July and November. Frequent clouds and moderate humidity are typical.
Summer temperatures in Antwerp typically reach 20–24°C, but short heatwaves can push highs above 30°C. Nights are cool, and rain showers are common, though usually brief.
Snow is possible in Antwerp, mainly from December to March, but it is usually light and melts quickly. Heavy snow is rare, though cold waves can bring temporary accumulation.
Rain falls year-round, but July and November are usually the wettest months. Showers and thunderstorms are frequent in summer, while autumn and winter see persistent rain and wind.
Antwerp enjoys about 1,700–1,750 hours of sunshine annually. May to August are the sunniest months, with up to 7 hours of sunshine per day, while winter months are much cloudier.
Bring layers, a waterproof jacket, and water-resistant shoes. Even in summer, pack a jumper or light jacket for cool evenings. An umbrella is essential for sudden showers in any season.
Antwerp is often windy, especially from November to March. Humidity is moderate to high year-round, making cold feel sharper in winter and warm spells muggy in summer.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is July (23 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is January (5.5 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 14.5 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is August (14.4 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is February (1.5 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 7.6 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is December (57.5 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is April (18.3 mm). Over the whole year there are 449.9 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is December (18.7 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is September (11.7 days). Over the whole year there are 178.8 days of rain on average.
The month with the most snowfall is January (31 mm). The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 mm). Over the whole year there are 97.5 mm of snowfall on average.
The month with the most days of snowfall is February (4.4 days). The months with the fewest days of snowfall are May, July, September and October (0 days). Over the whole year there are 13 days of snowfall on average.
The month with the highest average relative humidity is December (87.1 %). The month with the lowest average relative humidity is April (71.9 %). The overall average relative humidity over the whole year is 79.7 %.
The windiest month, with the highest average wind speed, is December (17.3 km/h). The calmest month, with the lowest average wind speed, is September (11.6 km/h). The overall average wind speed over the whole year is 13.9 km/h.
The month with the cloudiest skies, so the highest cloud coverage, is January (63 %). The month with the clearest skies, so the lowest cloud coverage, is August (40.3 %). Over the whole year there is an average cloud coverage of 50.5 %.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is June (Average daylight: 16 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is December (Average daylight: 8 h). Over the whole year there are 11.8 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is June (Average sunshine: 9 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is December (Average sunshine: 3 h). Over the whole year there are 6.1 h of sunlight per day on average.
The months with the highest average UV index are June, July and August (UV index: 5). The months with the lowest average UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index: 2). Over the whole year the average UV index is 3.3.
