Ettelgem
Provincie West-Vlaanderen · Belgium
Ettelgem lies in Flanders, Belgium. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–August. The warmest month is August, with average highs of 22°C (71°F); the sea is warmest in August at about 19°C (66°F).
The best months to visit are July–August.
The sea is warmest in August, at about 19°C (66°F).
August is the hottest month, with highs around 22°C (71°F).
February is the coldest month, with lows around 1°C (34°F).
The wettest month is November, with rain on about 20 days.
August is the sunniest month, with about 7.1 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 72% of places in Belgium.
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16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 4°
- Humidity
- 85%
- Wind
- 50 km/h W
- Gusts
- 84 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 100%
- Pressure
- 999 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 08:25 / 18:38
Next 48 hours
Best time to visit Ettelgem
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 6° | 7° | 10° | 12° | 16° | 19° | 21° | 22° | 19° | 15° | 10° | 7° |
| Average low | 1° | 1° | 3° | 5° | 8° | 11° | 13° | 13° | 11° | 8° | 4° | 2° |
| Sea temperature | 7° | 6° | 7° | 9° | 12° | 15° | 18° | 19° | 18° | 15° | 11° | 8° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 59 | 44 | 53 | 46 | 55 | 62 | 67 | 63 | 71 | 78 | 83 | 73 |
| Rain days | 15 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 20 | 18 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 1.6 | 2.9 | 4 | 5.5 | 6.6 | 7 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 4.9 | 3.6 | 2.3 | 1.4 |
| Daylight (h) | 8.4 | 9.9 | 11.7 | 13.8 | 15.5 | 16.5 | 16.1 | 14.6 | 12.5 | 10.6 | 8.8 | 7.9 |
| Humidity (%) | 87 | 85 | 84 | 80 | 80 | 81 | 81 | 80 | 81 | 83 | 85 | 87 |
| Wind (km/h) | 22 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 22 | 21 |
| Go score | 1 | 9 | 17 | 30 | 48 | 61 | 68 | 73 | 57 | 37 | 15 | 4 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Ettelgem, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Fair | Poor | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Ettelgem: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Ettelgem: sea water temperature
Wave height: 2.4 m
Swimming seasonThe sea rarely gets above 21 °C here.
Average sea temperature by month
Bathing water quality near Ettelgem
Official EU rating of every monitored bathing site (2025 season), based on bacteria counts from regular samples over the last four summers.
Excellent 7Good 1
88% of the sites reach the top class — check the rating of the beach you pick.
Nearest monitored sites
- 1 Jabbeke Klein Strand · Lake Excellent 5.1 km
- 2 Bredene Astrid Excellent 9.3 km
- 3 Bredene Turkeyen Excellent 9.3 km
- 4 Bredene Duingat Excellent 9.3 km
- 5 Bredene Droge Opgang Good 9.4 km
The rating covers water hygiene only, not waves, currents or jellyfish: the beach flag and lifeguards have the final word.
Festivals and events around Ettelgem
Recurring festivals and celebrations nearby, month by month.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Ettelgem: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Euro
EUR · €
1 USD ≈ 0.893 EUR
- Languages
- German, French, Dutch
- Calling code
- +32
- Meal, casual restaurant€17.00≈ $19.00
- Cappuccino€4.00≈ $4.50
- Beer (0.5 l)€6.00≈ $6.70
- Bottled water (1.5 l)€1.80≈ $2.00
- Taxi, 5 km€13.00≈ $14.00
- Public transport ticket€2.30≈ $2.60
- Mid-range hotel, per night€135≈ $150
Estimated from Belgium’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 87% of US levels.
- Nov 1All Saints' Day
- Nov 11Armistice Day
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.
How to get to Ettelgem
Nearest airports
- OSTOstend-Bruges International AirportOostende11 km
- LILLille AirportLesquin68 km
- ANRAntwerp International Airport (Deurne)Antwerp100 km
- BRUBrussels AirportZaventem106 km
- CRLBrussels South Charleroi AirportCharleroi128 km
- RTMRotterdam The Hague AirportRotterdam130 km
Distances
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Hotels in Ettelgem
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ettelgem?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Ettelgem is July–August.
What is the weather like in Ettelgem in October?
In October, Ettelgem averages a high of 15°C (58°F) and a low of 8°C (46°F), with 78 mm of rain on about 17 days.
How warm is the sea in Ettelgem?
The sea is warmest in August (about 19°C (66°F)). Swimming season: —.
What is the rainiest month in Ettelgem?
November, with rain on about 20 days.
What is the nearest airport to Ettelgem?
Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST), about 11 km away.
What power plugs are used in Belgium?
Plug types C, E, at 230 V.
What currency is used in Belgium?
Euro (EUR).
What is the emergency number in Belgium?
112.
Is Belgium safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Ettelgem most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Ettelgem least crowded?
The quietest months are January–February.
When is the best time to visit Ettelgem without the crowds?
June: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Ettelgem in?
Europe/Brussels (UTC+2).
What is the population of Ettelgem?
About 1,181.