August 21 is generally a great time to visit Bruges. While there is a slight chance of rain (20%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 22°C weather. Moderate travel demand makes this an excellent time for a balanced Bruges experience.
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Essential Travel Info for Bruges
Currency
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Language
German
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Driving
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As of June 2022, Bruges has 4G from Base...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.526
Bruges Weather Forecast for August 21
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 21.9°C. 20% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Bruges in August
Based on historical data for August 21, Bruges typically experiences temperatures between 15°C and 21.9°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (20% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Bruges
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
21.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
22.2°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
20%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
59%
Overcast
Pressure
1016 hPa
Medium volatility
Bruges Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 24 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 36 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 60 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
17.7°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Belgium
Flight Traffic
Moderate
56/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~5
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Bruges
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:43
☀️ Noon
12:51
🌇 Sunset
19:59
⏱️ Daylight
14h 15m
Wind Speed
18.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Bruges
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Bruges on August 21 averages 21.9°C with a 20% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 97/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Bruges Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Bruges Worth Visiting on August 21?
Planning a trip to Bruges on August 21? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 21.9°C with a 20% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 5 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Belgium, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.4°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 9.9°C in 2019.