Ostend Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Ostend can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It receives mid-range precipitation levels.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Ostend can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 8°C during cooler months like February.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 4°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Ostend experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 933 mm yearly. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. November brings wetter days averaging 101 mm of precipitation, spread over 20 rainy days. In contrast, April experiences a drier climate, with about 53 mm of rainfall spread across 16 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Ostend. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 93%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 84%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 6 m/s and 7 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Ostend in Belgium
During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 101 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 53 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 232 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
