Thunderstorms leave Flanders as Saturday turns mostly dry
Updated 27 June 2026, 08:00 CEST, Flanders: Thunderstorms have moved out of Flanders and Saturday will be mostly dry, with temperatures rising to about 24C in the Kempen, according to HLN’s weather report and the Royal Meteorological Institute of Belgium’s public forecast pages.
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About this story
The subject is the short-term weather situation in Flanders after overnight or early-morning thunderstorms. HLN reports that the onweer has left Vlaanderen, while KMI provides the official Belgian forecast and warning framework for rain, thunderstorms, wind and temperature.
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The history
Summer thunderstorms are common in Belgium when warm, humid air meets cooler Atlantic air. KMI’s warning system is designed to translate those fast-changing conditions into colour-coded public guidance for local authorities, transport users and the wider public.
Regional impact
Flanders is the main area affected. The Kempen is singled out in the seed report as the warmest Flemish area, with temperatures reaching about 24C.
Local impact
In Flanders, the main impact is practical: a calmer weather window for Saturday travel, errands, sports and outdoor events after the thunderstorms moved away.
What this means for you
Carry normal rain protection if spending the day outside, check KMI before travel or events, and expect the Kempen to be among the warmer Flemish areas today.
Opposing perspectives
- Outdoor organisers and weekend travellers
People planning markets, sports events, terraces and trips will focus on the mostly dry forecast reported by HLN and monitored through KMI. For them, the key point is that the disruptive thunderstorm phase has passed and normal Saturday plans can resume with attention to updates.
- Emergency planners and weather forecasters
Local authorities and forecasters treat the situation more cautiously because summer storm systems can change quickly. Their priority is not the general dry trend, but whether KMI warning levels, rainfall cells or wind risks change later in the day.
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