UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Brugge, Belgium 
will be up to 5.2, indicating a moderate level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-09
With a UV index reaching up to 5.2 in Brugge, stay shaded during midday when the sun is strongest; wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, UV-blocking sunglasses; apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days; and be cautious of heightened UV on bright surfaces.
Brugge, Belgium usually has a UV index ranging from low to moderate, with higher levels during summer months and lower levels in winter. The UV index rarely reaches very high levels compared to sunnier places.
Brugge experiences mild summers and cool winters. It often rains throughout the year, with the wettest months typically in late summer and early autumn. Snow is uncommon but can happen in winter.
Compared to neighboring countries like France and Germany, Brugge has a cooler and wetter climate. Its weather is quite similar to nearby coastal cities in the Netherlands, with frequent cloud cover and moderate temperatures year-round.
See the UV index hour by hour for Brugge, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.