April · Belgium
Best time to visit Brussels in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Brussels in April
Average temperature 10°C, 59 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
7.2/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 59 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Brussels scores 7.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 10°C, 59 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Grand Place grandeur, chocolate shops, and Art Nouveau streets peak May through September.
April in Brussels: strong conditions, 5th of 12
April averages 10°C (49°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 59 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.6 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.2/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 8.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? July scores 1.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Brussels in April?
- In April, Brussels averages 10°C, 59 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.2/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Brussels?
- April earns a 7.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Brussels in April?
- Expect about 59 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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