The best times to visit Herselt for ideal weather are

April 30th to October 14th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Herselt Travel Info

Weather in Herselt

Temperature

Average temperatures in Herselt vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 30th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Herselt, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 76.3°F (24.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 57.5°F (14.2°C) at night.

Herselt Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Herselt Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Herselt Perceived Temperature (F)

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Herselt Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Herselt Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 43.3 38.6 33.9
Feb 44.6 39 33.8
Mar 52.2 44.3 36.9
Apr 62 52.1 42.3
May 66.1 56.9 47.9
Jun 71.6 62 52.6
Jul 75.1 65.5 56.5
Aug 74.1 64.4 55.5
Sep 67.4 58.4 50.4
Oct 59.7 52.1 45.2
Nov 51.1 45.6 40.2
Dec 44.1 39.5 34.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.3 3.7 1.1
Feb 7 3.9 1
Mar 11.2 6.8 2.7
Apr 16.7 11.2 5.7
May 18.9 13.8 8.8
Jun 22 16.7 11.4
Jul 23.9 18.6 13.6
Aug 23.4 18 13.1
Sep 19.7 14.7 10.2
Oct 15.4 11.2 7.3
Nov 10.6 7.6 4.6
Dec 6.7 4.2 1.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Herselt are April, March, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late July with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 23rd.

When can you find snow in Herselt? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Herselt is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Herselt.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Herselt (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 27% 1.9 2.6
Feb 24% 0.9 1.8
Mar 19% 1.8 1.7
Apr 13% 0 1.1
May 25% 0 2.5
Jun 26% 0 3
Jul 26% 0 3.1
Aug 28% 0 3.4
Sep 24% 0 4.1
Oct 25% 0 2.8
Nov 28% 0.8 2.7
Dec 30% 3.9 2.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 27 4.8 6.6
Feb 24 2.3 4.6
Mar 19 4.6 4.3
Apr 13 0 2.8
May 25 0 6.4
Jun 26 0 7.6
Jul 26 0 7.9
Aug 28 0 8.6
Sep 24 0 10.4
Oct 25 0 7.1
Nov 28 2 6.9
Dec 30 9.9 7.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Herselt has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (55.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (81%).

Wind in Herselt is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by December and February. January’s average wind speed of around 7.7 knots (8.8 MPH or 14.2 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 13.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Herselt.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.7 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Feb 7.1 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Mar 6.9 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Apr 6.2 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
May 6.5 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jun 6 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Jul 5.9 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Aug 5.5 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.6 Light breeze 10.3 Significant breeze
Oct 5.7 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Nov 6.7 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Dec 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 78.5%
Feb 75.3%
Mar 64.1%
Apr 55.5%
May 60%
Jun 61%
Jul 62.9%
Aug 65.6%
Sep 71.7%
Oct 76.6%
Nov 81%
Dec 80.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Herselt?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Belgium; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Herselt, Belgium is January, followed by July and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Herselt in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 64.9 in November means 64.9% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Herselt Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 8 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Herselt, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 7 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Herselt to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 41.1°F (5.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 9 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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