Weather Report for Antwerpen, Belgium – March 2026
March 2026 brought mild and relatively sunny conditions to the province of Antwerpen, with temperatures running slightly above normal and significantly more sunshine than average. The month displayed typical early spring variability, with warm days interspersed with cooler periods as the region transitioned from winter to spring.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for March reached 8.6 degrees Celsius, which is 0.7 degrees above the normal value of 7.9 degrees. This modest warming set a pleasant tone for the month. The warmest day occurred on March 6 in Mol, where temperatures climbed to 18.9 degrees Celsius, providing a taste of spring warmth. In contrast, the coldest conditions were recorded on March 27 in Ravels, where temperatures dipped to minus 1.7 degrees Celsius, demonstrating the lingering influence of winter weather patterns during the latter part of the month.
Precipitation Patterns
Rainfall was notably below average during March, with a total of 61.4 millimeters compared to the normal 76.7 millimeters, representing a 20 percent deficit. The wettest day occurred on March 25 in Kasterlee, which received 17.7 millimeters of precipitation. Across the province, Dessel recorded the highest monthly total with 73.1 millimeters, indicating that rainfall was distributed unevenly across different locations.
Sunshine and Notable Features
One of the most striking features of March 2026 was the exceptional sunshine, with 262.7 hours recorded compared to the normal 217.9 hours. This represents a 21 percent surplus, making it a particularly bright month for the region. The combination of above-normal temperatures, below-average precipitation, and abundant sunshine created favorable conditions for the onset of spring growth and outdoor activities throughout Antwerpen.