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Contains modified Copernicus Sentinel data 2021•Attribution
Rixensart has a temperate oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb), with mild summers, cool winters, and precipitation spread through the year. Long-term climate statistics for the commune indicate average winter temperatures around 4°C and summer temperatures around 21°C, with roughly 1,600 sunshine hours annually and generally humid conditions.
Summer Average
21°C
Winter Average
4°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
180
Sunny Days
150
Humidity
80%
Spring
March - May
8-16°C
Spring is cool to mild, with frequent showers and increasing sunshine as the season progresses. Conditions are changeable, with mornings often cool and afternoons becoming pleasantly mild.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
17-23°C
Summer is generally mild rather than hot, with comfortable daytime temperatures and occasional warmer spells. Rain can occur in showers or thunderstorms, but extended heat is uncommon.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
8-17°C
Autumn becomes progressively cooler and wetter, with more cloud cover and frequent rain. Early autumn can still feel mild, but by November temperatures often drop sharply.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
1-6°C
Winter is cool, damp, and often overcast, with frost occurring at times and snowfall possible but not persistent. Rain and cloudiness are common, while prolonged severe cold is unusual.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Rixensart
Rixensart offers a quiet, family-friendly lifestyle just south of Brussels, popular with expats seeking green surroundings without sacrificing access to city amenities. The community blends Belgian charm with practical convenience—international schools, healthcare, and cross-border work commutes are well within reach, supported by reliable public transport. Neighborhoods like Genval and Rosières have a settled expat presence, making integration smoother. That said, housing can be competitive and slightly more expensive than regional averages, and the slower pace isn’t for everyone. If you value safety, space, and a low-key rhythm with solid infrastructure, it’s an appealing base—just expect a quieter social scene and plan for car ownership if working farther afield.
Advantages
Rixensart
Eight parks nearby
Four quality schools
Brussels proximity
Quiet suburban living
Green natural surroundings
Disadvantages
Rixensart
Limited public transportation
Few entertainment venues
Expensive housing market
Lack of higher education
Car dependency required
Safety & Security in Rixensart
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
51
/100
Belgium Avg
55
Europe Avg
57
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Rixensart to Belgium averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Rixensart
Belgium Average
No city-specific data available — showing Belgium country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 66/100
No data for Rixensart — showing hazard indicators from nearby Saint-Gilles (~18 km).
