Weather Report: Antwerpen, Belgium – April 2025
April 2025 brought notably warmer and sunnier conditions to the province of Antwerpen compared to historical averages, though precipitation fell significantly short of normal levels. The month presented a mixed picture of spring weather, with considerable temperature fluctuations and above-average sunshine hours.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for April reached 12.2 degrees Celsius, representing a positive anomaly of 1.7 degrees above the normal value of 10.5 degrees. This warmer-than-average trend was particularly pronounced towards the end of the month. The coldest day occurred on April 11 in Laakdal, where temperatures dropped to just 0.9 degrees Celsius. In stark contrast, the warmest conditions were recorded on April 30 in Berlaar, with a maximum of 27.7 degrees Celsius, demonstrating the significant temperature range experienced during the month.
Precipitation Patterns
April proved to be considerably drier than typical for the season. The province received an average of 32.5 millimeters of precipitation, representing a 52 percent deficit compared to the normal April total of 68.3 millimeters. The wettest single day occurred on April 15 in Antwerpen, with 16.2 millimeters recorded. When examining precipitation by location, Zwijndrecht emerged as the wettest area with a total of 49.3 millimeters for the month.
Sunshine and Notable Features
One of the most striking aspects of April 2025 was the exceptional sunshine duration. The province enjoyed 315.7 hours of sunshine, surpassing the normal value of 271.0 hours by 16 percent. This above-average sunshine, combined with the warmer temperatures, created favorable conditions for the onset of spring across Antwerpen. The dry conditions and extended sunshine hours contributed to a notably pleasant spring month overall.