July 2025 brought notably pleasant weather conditions to East Flanders, with above-average temperatures and abundant sunshine throughout the month. The province experienced a warmer than normal period, though precipitation levels remained below seasonal expectations.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for July in East Flanders reached 19.1 degrees Celsius, exceeding the normal value of 18.5 degrees by 0.6 degrees. The month opened with intense heat on July 1st, when Evergem recorded the month's highest temperature of 37.0 degrees Celsius. In stark contrast, Maldegem experienced the coldest conditions on July 4th with a minimum of 8.8 degrees, demonstrating the considerable temperature variation across the province during this period.
Precipitation Patterns
Rainfall in East Flanders during July totaled an average of 72.5 millimeters, representing an 18 percent deficit compared to the normal monthly precipitation of 88.2 millimeters. The wettest single day occurred on July 6th in Aalter, which received 25.3 millimeters of rain. When examining total precipitation by location, Wortegem-Petegem emerged as the wettest area with 92.7 millimeters accumulated over the month, still slightly below the seasonal norm.
Sunshine and Brightness
One of July's most notable features was the exceptional sunshine. The province enjoyed 393.9 hours of sunshine, surpassing the normal value of 350.4 hours by 12 percent. This above-average sunshine contributed significantly to the pleasant summer conditions experienced throughout East Flanders.
Summary of Extremes
July 2025 in East Flanders was characterized by warmer than average conditions paired with drier weather and exceptional sunshine. The temperature range was substantial, spanning from 8.8 degrees in Maldegem to 37.0 degrees in Evergem, while precipitation fell short of seasonal norms despite occasional heavy rainfall events.