Mons
City in Belgium
Mons is a city in Belgium with a population of 95,299 in 2018. Located 52 km from Brussels, it draws visitors with sights such as Maison Van Gogh, the Neolithic flint mines of Spiennes, and Saint Waltrude Collegiate Church.
What to see
Visitors to Mons can explore cultural and historical landmarks. Architectural and historical points of interest include the Saint Waltrude Collegiate Church and Maison Van Gogh. Additionally, the area features the Neolithic flint mines of Spiennes, which hold UNESCO status.
When to go
The warmest months are July and August, with daily highs of 22 °C and lows of 14 °C. July sees 65 mm of rain over about 11 days, while August has 67 mm of rain across about 13 days. January and December are the coldest months, sharing daily highs of 6 °C and lows of 1 °C to 2 °C, with rainfall reaching 70 mm to 75 mm over about 15 days.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Brussels South Charleroi Airport, located 36 km away in Charleroi, Belgium.
Top sights in Mons
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 22 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 6 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 19 | 15 | 10 | 6 |
| Average low, °C | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 70 | 56 | 68 | 48 | 62 | 70 | 65 | 67 | 57 | 71 | 68 | 75 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Mons (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Belfry of Mons