October 2025 brought a relatively mild and somewhat drier month to West-Vlaanderen, with temperatures hovering just below seasonal norms and precipitation falling short of typical autumn levels.
Temperature Overview
The province experienced an average temperature of 12.4 degrees Celsius throughout October, which was 0.5 degrees below the normal value of 12.9 degrees. The month saw considerable variation across different locations. The coldest reading was recorded in Koekelare on October 1st, with a minimum of 4.0 degrees Celsius, while De Panne enjoyed the warmest conditions on October 2nd, reaching 18.9 degrees Celsius. This temperature range of nearly 15 degrees reflects the typical variability of early autumn weather in the coastal province.
Precipitation Patterns
October delivered 79.2 millimeters of rainfall on average across West-Vlaanderen, representing a 14 percent deficit compared to the normal monthly total of 91.9 millimeters. The wettest single day occurred in Damme on October 4th, when 20.1 millimeters fell. Oudenburg emerged as the wettest location for the entire month, accumulating 89.2 millimeters of precipitation. Despite the overall drier conditions, the province still experienced typical autumn moisture patterns with concentrated rainfall events.
Sunshine Duration
Sunshine hours totaled 157.7 hours during October, falling 12 percent short of the normal expectation of 180.1 hours. This reduction in sunshine is characteristic of autumn months in Belgium, as daylight hours progressively shorten and cloud cover becomes more prevalent.
Notable Observations
October 2025 was marked by slightly cooler-than-average conditions combined with below-normal precipitation and reduced sunshine. The early month warmth in De Panne contrasted sharply with the cold start in Koekelare, illustrating the coastal influence on temperature patterns in West-Vlaanderen. The deficit in both rainfall and sunshine hours suggests a month with more stable, high-pressure influenced weather systems, typical of transitional autumn periods.