Brussels Population (2026)
Population of Brussels with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Brussels
Brussels ranks #1 by population among 2 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Brussels
Summary
Brussels is a city in Belgium. Brussels is known for Grand Place, waffles and EU quarter. It has a population of about 1.2 million.
Right now it is 58°F (14°C) in Brussels with partly cloudy. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 56°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 13%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Brussels is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 76°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), about 102 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hoge Veluwe National Park, Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House and Rhine River.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is in line with the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Brussels today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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Coordinates: 50°51′1.1″N 4°21′6.1″E (50.8503, 4.3517)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Brussels?
Brussels is a city in Belgium. Its coordinates are 50.8503, 4.3517. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Brussels right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 76% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Brussels?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Brussels, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Brussels in?
Brussels observes Europe/Brussels (UTC+02:00). The local time is 5:41 AM.
How many people live in Brussels?
Brussels has a population of approximately 1.2 million.
What is the nearest airport to Brussels?
The closest airports are Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), 102 mi away, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 150 mi away and Paris Orly Airport (ORY), 171 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Brussels?
Popular options include Hoge Veluwe National Park, Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, Rhine River, Seine River and Louvre Museum.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
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| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 5:41 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
