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Forges, Belgium
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Forges is a small town in Wallonia, Belgium with a population of 1,141. Elevation: 853 ft (260 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Forges
Forges is a village of Wallonia and a district of the municipality of Chimay, located in the province of Hainaut, Belgium.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,141 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.0257°, 4.3277° |
| Timezone | Europe/Brussels |
| Country | 🇧🇪 Belgium |
| State / Province | Wallonia |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.1 inches (1,145 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.3 inches (24 cm) |
About Forges
Forges is a small town in Belgium (Wallonia) with a population of 1,141. The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet (260 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Brussels.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below Belgium avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 40.2 sq mi (104.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.0257°N, 4.3277°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Brussels |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (181 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
Forges has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 36°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (2.4").
Schools in Forges
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groupe Scolaire Jehan Froissart - Implantation de Forges | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Forges
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTBF Viva+ | - | MP3 | |
| Mixx FM Charleroi | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Emotion (FR) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Cible | 70's, 80's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CK Radio | charleking, charleroi | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BUZZ RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CK Bleu | classic rock, pop rock | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Mélodie FM | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Quartz | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Music Sambre | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Phare FM (FR) | chrétien | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RTBF VivaCité Hainaut | rtbf | MP3 |
Museums in Forges
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMV - atelier-musée du verre - Site de l’écomusée de l’avesnois | ||||
| B721 - Trieux du Cheneau | ||||
| Bras'seris D'Ardenne | ||||
| Centre Permanent d'Etude de la Nature (CPEN) | ||||
| Chimay Experience | ||||
| Espace Nature | ||||
| L'Horloge Astronomique | ||||
| Maison de l'Ardoise | ||||
| Musée 40-44 - Lieutenant Cook | ||||
| Musée Alfred Desmasure | ||||
| Musée de la bataille de Rocroy et de la Guerre de Trente Ans | ||||
| Musée de la vie rurale et forestière | ||||
| Musee du petit format | ||||
| Musée Jean Mermoz | ||||
| Musée National du Marbre de Rance | ||||
| Tour Salamandre |
Libraries in Forges
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque - Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Le 36 | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Claude Piéplu | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Marc Blancpain | 0.0 | |||||
| Point Virgule | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Forges
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Couvin | |||||
| Marché de Mariembourg | |||||
| Place d'Armes |
Hotels in Forges
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Forges
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Forges
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bières de Chimay | ||||
| Brasserie de Silenrieux | ||||
| Brasserie de Thiérache | ||||
| Brasserie des Fagnes | ||||
| La Fraternelle |
Stadiums & Teams in Forges
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Forges
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brussels South Charleroi Airport | CRL | Large Airport |
| Beauvechain Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Chièvres Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Florennes Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Ath/Isieres Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Avaux-Les Bourdons Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Avernas-le-Bauduin Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Azur Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baisy-Thy Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Buzet Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Cerfontaine Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Corbeny Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Flamengrie ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Laon-Chambry Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Les Potes Adon'fe 08 Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Maillen Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Matagne-la-Petite Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Maubeuge-Élesmes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Namur-Suarlée Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Overboelare Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ployart Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pont toussaint Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rethel-Perthes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Ghislain Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sédan Douzy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Forges
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Notre-Dame de Scourmont | |
| Église Saint-Georges |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Belgium
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Forges
What is the population of Forges?
Forges has a population of 1,141 residents and is located in Belgium. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 40.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Forges?
Forges has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.1 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow.