Best Time To Visit Brussels

March-May (8°C to 17°C)

March to May is a shoulder season for Brussels tourism, as the peak summer season is yet to begin. During this time, you will get a particularly pleasant climate, with a hint of cold left from winter and the spring slowly breaking into summer. There can be occasional precipitation, which would make the weather colder for a while, but not for long. This is the best time to visit Brussels if you want to enjoy the best of both worlds. 

The most notable event during these months is Iris Day Festival which is held in May. 

June-August (15°C to 20°C)

June marks the proper arrival of summer as well as tourists in Brussels. Officially, this is the peak season for European tourism and Brussels is a big part of it. Temperature rises and stays high on average. After sundown, evenings get pleasantly cool. August however can bring in some prolonged showers but apart from that it is the best season to visit Brussels.

 If you are planning to visit Brussels in June, make sure to attend Ommegang Pageant and if planning in July, attend the national day of Belgium. 

September-November (11°C to 19°C)

This time is once again a shoulder season, and true to its nature, it has good weather conditions and lower rates, thus making it perfect for off-time travellers. Those who have no problem visiting at a time other than the popular idea of when to visit Brussels, they can easily go for the autumn season. Enjoy the plummeting prices before it starts getting cold. Do carry light woollens, as it would not be particularly warm during this time. 

Balloons Day Parade is held in the month of September every year.  

December-February (3°C to 6°C)

Winters in Brussels are very cold, often wet and quite uncomfortable. Temperature starts dropping from November end. Brussels in December has quite a chilly temperature. If you are coming from a warm location and not accustomed to this kind of cold, then it is better you wait out the winter months. By the time of the holiday season and January, it drops to sub-zero. 

Attend the famous Winter Wonders Festival in December. 

Famous Festivals in Brussels

Brussels undergoes a yearlong festivity with the many events and festivals that happen there. Ommegang festival tops the list of famous festivals in Brussels. Since 1549, this festival is celebrated in the honour of Emperor Charles V and Philip. People celebrate it wearing costumes and hosting medieval pageants. It takes place during the month of July every year and more than 1,300 people participate in this festival. Another important festival is celebrated in May every year, named Zinneke Parade. This parade is a showcase of unity and innovation through festivity and colorful costumes. Another important event that takes place in Brussels is the Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival. However, this is not like any other film fest and is definitely not for the faint of heart. In this event, a list of nail-biting horror movies is screened along with other theatrical events. So plan your visit to Brussels to experience an explosion of festivity.