Weather Report: West-Vlaanderen, Belgium – September 2025
September 2025 brought notably cooler and drier conditions to West-Vlaanderen compared to historical averages. The month presented a mixed weather pattern with early warmth giving way to cooler conditions as autumn approached, while precipitation remained significantly below normal levels throughout the period.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for September reached 15.3 degrees Celsius, falling 1.2 degrees below the normal value of 16.5 degrees. This cooler-than-average month saw considerable temperature variation across the province. The warmest day occurred on September 7 in Lichtervelde, where temperatures climbed to 30.6 degrees Celsius, marking an exceptionally warm early September day. In contrast, the coldest conditions emerged late in the month on September 27 in Veurne, where temperatures dropped to just 4.9 degrees Celsius, signaling the arrival of autumn's chill.
Precipitation Patterns
Rainfall was notably scarce during September, with an average total of 41.6 millimeters recorded across West-Vlaanderen. This represents a significant 38 percent deficit compared to the normal September precipitation of 66.8 millimeters. The wettest day of the month occurred on September 3 in Lichtervelde, which received 16.8 millimeters of rain. Among all locations, Blankenberge recorded the highest total precipitation for the month at 58.8 millimeters, though this still remained below seasonal norms.
Sunshine and Notable Features
Despite the cooler temperatures, sunshine hours exceeded expectations. The province enjoyed 282.5 hours of sunshine, representing a 4 percent increase above the normal 271.4 hours. This above-average sunshine, combined with below-average rainfall, created relatively dry conditions throughout the month. The combination of reduced precipitation and increased sunshine hours contributed to a drier-than-typical September across the region.