June 2025 brought warmer than average conditions to the province of Antwerpen, with temperatures running notably above the seasonal norm. The month delivered a mixed weather pattern characterized by above-average warmth, below-average rainfall, and slightly enhanced sunshine compared to historical standards.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for June in Antwerpen reached 19.3 degrees Celsius, which is 1.0 degree above the normal value of 18.3 degrees. This consistent warmth was punctuated by significant extremes. The coldest reading of the month occurred in Arendonk on June 11, dropping to just 7.6 degrees Celsius, while the warmest conditions were recorded in Antwerpen itself on June 30, when temperatures climbed to 33.5 degrees Celsius. This 25.9-degree spread between the month's extreme temperatures demonstrates the considerable variability in conditions across the province during this period.
Precipitation Patterns
June proved to be notably drier than average, with total precipitation reaching only 45.9 millimeters compared to the normal expectation of 62.4 millimeters. This represents a deficit of 26 percent below the seasonal average. The wettest single day occurred in Mol on June 7, when 19.3 millimeters of rain fell. When examining total rainfall by location, Essen emerged as the wettest area in the province, accumulating 66.1 millimeters over the entire month.
Sunshine and Notable Features
Sunshine hours totaled 374.4 hours throughout June, exceeding the normal value of 362.1 hours by approximately 3 percent. This above-average sunshine, combined with the warmer temperatures and reduced rainfall, created conditions favorable for outdoor activities during much of the month. The combination of higher temperatures, drier conditions, and enhanced sunshine suggests that June 2025 provided generally pleasant weather across Antwerpen, though the early-month cold snap on June 11 served as a notable exception to the otherwise warm trend.