Monthly climate guide
Antwerp weather in January
January in Antwerp is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 6°C (43°F) and night-time lows near 1°C (33°F). The month usually brings about 71 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Just 100 km apart, but Antwerp runs about 2°C warmer than Liège this month.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
- Short daylight hours mean Grote Markt is best seen around midday.
January is typically Antwerp's coolest month.
Avg high
6°C
43°F
Avg low
1°C
33°F
Rainfall
71 mm
some rain
Humidity
93%
relative
Sky
74%
cloud · often cloudy
Antwerp weather by month
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| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 43°F | 1°C / 33°F | 71 mm | 93% | 74% |
| February | 7°C / 45°F | 0°C / 32°F | 54 mm | 89% | 68% |
| March | 11°C / 52°F | 2°C / 35°F | 49 mm | 84% | 63% |
| April | 15°C / 60°F | 5°C / 40°F | 34 mm | 77% | 61% |
| May | 19°C / 65°F | 8°C / 46°F | 54 mm | 76% | 64% |
| June | 22°C / 71°F | 11°C / 52°F | 69 mm | 75% | 67% |
| July | 24°C / 74°F | 13°C / 56°F | 72 mm | 74% | 64% |
| August | 24°C / 74°F | 13°C / 56°F | 68 mm | 74% | 61% |
| September | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 51°F | 52 mm | 78% | 59% |
| October | 16°C / 60°F | 8°C / 46°F | 64 mm | 85% | 68% |
| November | 10°C / 51°F | 4°C / 39°F | 56 mm | 91% | 70% |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | 2°C / 36°F | 84 mm | 93% | 75% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is January a good time to visit Antwerp?
Our Antwerp guide recommends: May to September for the warmest, longest days; spring and early autumn are quieter.
Visit the Rubens House to see where the painter lived and worked, then walk to the cathedral to see his altarpieces.
Best time to visit Antwerp →Other Belgium cities in January
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Antwerp in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Antwerp?
January is cool in Antwerp, with highs around 6°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Antwerp in January?
Average highs are about 6°C (43°F) and average lows about 1°C (33°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Antwerp in January?
Antwerp typically gets around 71 mm of rain in January — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Antwerp?
May to September for the warmest, longest days; spring and early autumn are quieter.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Antwerp (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.