October 2025 brought cooler and drier than average conditions to the Belgian province of Limburg. The month was characterized by below-normal temperatures and significantly reduced sunshine, creating a distinctly autumnal atmosphere across the region.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for October in Limburg reached 11.9 degrees Celsius, which is 0.7 degrees below the normal value of 12.6 degrees. The warmest day of the month occurred on October 20 in Hamont-Achel, where temperatures climbed to 18.2 degrees Celsius. In contrast, the coldest conditions were recorded on October 26 in Meeuwen-Gruitrode, where the temperature dropped to just 4.2 degrees Celsius, marking a significant temperature range across the province during the month.
Precipitation Patterns
October proved to be notably drier than usual, with an average total precipitation of 81.2 millimeters compared to the normal value of 97.0 millimeters, representing a 16 percent deficit. The wettest day of the month occurred on October 23 in Gingelom, which recorded 21.6 millimeters of rainfall. Among the various locations, Hasselt emerged as the wettest area overall, accumulating 91.8 millimeters of precipitation throughout the month.
Sunshine and Notable Conditions
Sunshine hours were particularly limited during October, with only 133.1 hours recorded against a normal expectation of 167.7 hours, representing a 21 percent shortfall. This reduced sunshine, combined with the cooler temperatures and below-average rainfall, created typical autumn weather patterns across Limburg. The month demonstrated the transition from summer to winter conditions, with increasing cloud cover and shorter daylight hours contributing to the overall character of the period.