November 2025 brought relatively mild conditions to East Flanders, with temperatures hovering just slightly above the seasonal average. The month presented an interesting mix of autumn weather patterns, featuring both pleasant early-month warmth and a notable cold spell mid-month.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for November in East Flanders reached 8.1 degrees Celsius, marginally exceeding the normal value of 7.9 degrees by 0.2 degrees. The warmest day of the month occurred on November 5th in Buggenhout, where temperatures climbed to 18.0 degrees Celsius, providing a pleasant early-autumn feel. In stark contrast, the coldest conditions emerged on November 21st in Ronse, where temperatures plummeted to minus 4.9 degrees Celsius, marking a significant temperature swing across the month.
Precipitation Patterns
November proved to be considerably drier than typical for the season. The province recorded an average total precipitation of 65.2 millimetres, representing a notable 27 percent below the normal value of 89.4 millimetres. The wettest day occurred on November 19th in Maldegem, which received 16.9 millimetres of rainfall. Maldegem emerged as the wettest location overall, accumulating 86.1 millimetres throughout the month, indicating that rainfall was concentrated in specific areas rather than distributed evenly across the province.
Sunshine and Brightness
November delivered above-average sunshine, with the province recording 122.9 hours of sunshine compared to the normal 112.2 hours, representing a 10 percent surplus. This enhanced sunshine contributed to the generally pleasant character of the month despite typical autumn conditions.
Notable Observations
The month showcased the typical variability of autumn weather, with a temperature range spanning more than 22 degrees between the warmest and coldest days. The drier-than-normal conditions combined with above-average sunshine created relatively favourable conditions for the season, though the mid-month cold snap reminded residents of approaching winter.