December 26 is generally a great time to visit Antwerp. While there is a slight chance of rain (32%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 7°C weather. You'll enjoy Antwerp with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options. Note: December 26 is St. Stephen's Day in Antwerp, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Antwerp
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
German
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.526
Antwerp Weather Forecast for December 26
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 7.3°C. 32% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Antwerp in December
Based on historical data for December 26, Antwerp typically experiences temperatures between 3.2°C and 7.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 32% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Antwerp
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
7.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
3.7°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
32%
Avg 2.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~32% chance
Pressure
1014.7 hPa
High volatility
Antwerp Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 89% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5.3°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
St. Stephen's Day
Flight Traffic
Moderate
45/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~5
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Antwerp
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:47
☀️ Noon
12:44
🌇 Sunset
16:40
⏱️ Daylight
7h 53m
Wind Speed
23 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
2.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
87%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Antwerp
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Antwerp on December 26 averages 7.3°C with a 32% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 47/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Antwerp Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 19
7.1°C • 26% rain
Score
50
December 29
6.8°C • 26% rain
Score
50
December 30
6.7°C • 24% rain
Score
50
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Antwerp Worth Visiting on December 26?
Planning a trip to Antwerp on December 26? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 7.3°C with a 32% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with St. Stephen's Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 5 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Belgium, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 26 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 13.6°C in 2015, while the coldest dropped to -1.6°C in 2018.