October 2025 brought cooler and drier conditions to Henegouwen compared to seasonal norms. The month was characterized by below-average temperatures and reduced sunshine, creating a somewhat subdued autumn atmosphere across the province.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for October in Henegouwen reached 11.8 degrees Celsius, falling 0.8 degrees below the normal value of 12.6 degrees. This slight cooling trend was evident throughout the month. The warmest day occurred on October 4th in Comines-Warneton, where temperatures climbed to 18.1 degrees Celsius, providing a brief taste of mild autumn weather. In contrast, the coldest conditions were recorded on October 26th in Gerpinnes, where temperatures dropped to just 3.5 degrees Celsius, signaling the arrival of colder air masses typical of late October.
Precipitation Patterns
October proved to be notably drier than average, with total precipitation reaching 81.3 millimeters against a normal value of 97.6 millimeters, representing a 17 percent deficit. Despite this overall dryness, the month did experience significant rainfall events. The wettest single day occurred on October 23rd in Brunehaut, where 30.2 millimeters of rain fell. When examining total precipitation by location, Pont-à-Celles recorded the highest accumulation with 96.9 millimeters for the entire month.
Sunshine and Notable Features
Sunshine duration was also below normal, totaling 145.2 hours compared to the seasonal average of 171.7 hours, a deficit of 15 percent. This reduction in sunshine hours contributed to the overall cooler and cloudier character of the month. The combination of lower temperatures, reduced precipitation, and diminished sunshine created conditions typical of a transitional autumn period, with the province experiencing the gradual shift toward winter weather patterns expected in late October.