Verdict: Good month
Bruges Weather in May
May is mild-to-cool in Bruges, topping out near 17°C (63°F) — comfortable with a layer on. Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, May is a solid month to visit Bruges.
Average high
17°C / 63°F
Average low
9°C / 48°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
71 mm
What to pack for Bruges in May
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Bruges: Aug (23°C / 73°F) · Coolest: Jan (7°C / 45°F) · Wettest: Oct (~16 rain days)
7°
3°
Jan
10°
4°
Feb
11°
4°
Mar
13°
5°
Apr
17°
9°
May
21°
13°
Jun
22°
14°
Jul
23°
15°
Aug
21°
13°
Sep
16°
10°
Oct
11°
6°
Nov
8°
4°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)