The first day of 2026 is cloudy and although the day started off dry in most areas, a front bring rain in the west and sleet in central and southern areas began crossing the country from around midday. From Thursday evening a Code Yellow warning for slippery conditions will apply to Brussels, Flemish and Walloon Brabant, Limburg Province and Hainaut.
On Thursday afternoon there is rain in the west and sleet in central areas of the country. The sleet could fall as snow in upland areas in the Ardennes. Snow and low cloud could affect visibility in the Ardennes and the far south of the country. Maximum temperatures this New Year’s Day will reach no higher than -1°C in the Ardennes and 6°C at the coast. Gusts of wind could reach speeds of up to 70km/h.
Thursday night will be very cloudy with some rain, sleet and even snow in upland areas. Temperatures will fall to -3°C in the Ardennes, 0°C in central areas and 4°C at the coast.
Friday will be cloudy with an increased possibility of winterty showers. There will be snow in the east and some snow could also fall in central areas of the country. Maximum temperatures will reach no higher than -2°C in the Ardennes, around 2°C in central areas and 4°C at the coast.
Saturday will be bright and sunny in most areas with some cloud in the north and east. The cloud will bring with it wintery showers some of which will fall as snow. The showers will spread to the rest of the country as the day progresses. Temperatures will reach no higher than -3°C on the High Fens and 3°C at the coast. Top temperatures in central areas will be 1°C or 2°C.