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Brussels in March
Brussels warms up: highs climb to 51°F (10°C), from 44°F in February, with lows of 35°F (2°C) and about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 62/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 51°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 35°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 2.2 in (55 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 62/100 · Good
What March feels like
It's cool, with highs near 51°F (10°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 35°F (2°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.2 in (55 mm) for the month.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and September.
- Comfort improves from 49/100 in February to 62/100.
- Our Amsterdam to Bruges by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 51°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Brussels in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Grand-Place
Square lined with gilded guildhalls and the Gothic town hall.
Why now March scores 62/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Magritte Museum
Large collection of René Magritte's surrealist works.
Maison Dandoy
Biscuit maker since 1829 serving Brussels waffles and speculoos.
Moeder Lambic Fontainas
Beer bar with a long list of Belgian craft and lambic on tap.
Parc du Cinquantenaire
Park with a triumphal arch and museums of art, history and the army.
Why now Highs near 51°F and 2.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in March
- Ghent in March~31 mi · highs 51°F, 2.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bruges in March~55 mi · highs 50°F, 2.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amsterdam in March~107 mi · highs 47°F, 2.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Reims in March~111 mi · highs 51°F, 2.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Brussels in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Brussels?
It's middling, scoring 62/100. The best months are May & June and September, at up to 87. Expect highs of 51°F (10°C) and 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain. Our Amsterdam to Bruges by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Brussels in March?
Average highs are 51°F (10°C) and average lows 35°F (2°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Brussels in March?
Not much: about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.0 in (763 mm).
What should I pack for Brussels in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 51°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Brussels in March?
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