Belgium Faces Intensifying Heatwave with Temperatures Reaching 32°C

Belgium is set for a significant increase in temperatures this weekend, with forecasts predicting highs of up to 32 degrees Celsius in some inland regions on Sunday. The day is expected to start with sunny skies, though convective clouds may develop in the afternoon, potentially leading to localized showers in the area south of the Sambre-et-Meuse sillon.

The wind will be light to moderate from the south, shifting to moderate northerly or northeasterly along the coast in the afternoon. The night is expected to be mild, with temperatures ranging from 15 to 20 degrees Celsius, and the sky clearing to partly cloudy. A light southerly wind will turn southwesterly.

Monday will see a temporary increase in cloud cover, with a slight risk of showers in the northeast. However, sunny spells are still expected. Maximum temperatures will vary, reaching around 23°C at the seaside, 27-28°C in the center of the country, and up to 30°C in Gaume. Winds will be light from the west to southwest, turning northwest after the passage of a weak cloud front.

Tuesday is forecast to remain dry with abundant sunshine, though some clouds may appear in the north, particularly in the morning. Temperatures will be slightly cooler, with highs around 23°C at the coast, 23-25°C in the center, and locally 27-28°C in Gaume. A generally moderate northeasterly wind is expected.

Looking ahead to Wednesday, the heat is expected to intensify again under persistent sunshine, with maximum temperatures hovering around 30°C across most regions. This warming trend is projected to continue into Thursday, with temperatures potentially reaching 30-35°C in generally sunny conditions.