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Merelbeke, Belgium

Flanders · Belgium

Merelbeke is a small city in Flanders, Belgium with a population of 16,684. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

16,684 Population 2,010/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Brussels Timezone

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About Merelbeke

Merelbeke

Merelbeke is a former municipality located in the Flemish province of East Flanders, in Belgium. The municipality comprises the villages of Bottelare, Lemberge, Melsen, Merelbeke proper, Munte and Schelderode. In 2021, Merelbeke had a total population of 24,779. The total area is 36.65 km2.

People

Population16,684
Density2,010/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population16,684
Population Density2,010 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates50.9945°, 3.7462°
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
Country🇧🇪 Belgium
State / ProvinceFlanders
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation40.5 inches (1,030 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.8 inches (17 cm)

About Merelbeke

Merelbeke is a small city in Belgium (Flanders) with a population of 16,684. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Brussels.

Climate in Merelbeke

Merelbeke has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (19.1°C), the coldest is Jan (3.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 823 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.7°C / 39°F -4° / 12° 68.3
Feb 5.8°C / 42°F -4° / 15.3° 66.3
Mar 7.2°C / 45°F -2.3° / 18.3° 74.5
Apr 9.5°C / 49°F -1.9° / 21° 42.2
May 13.2°C / 56°F 3.2° / 24° 57.8
Jun 17.4°C / 63°F 8.1° / 29.3° 75.9
Jul 18.4°C / 65°F 9.8° / 31.3° 59.7
Aug 19.1°C / 66°F 10.6° / 30° 59.0
Sep 16.4°C / 61°F 6.6° / 28.6° 72.5
Oct 12.3°C / 54°F 3.5° / 22.1° 88.9
Nov 7.5°C / 45°F -1.5° / 16.3° 76.2
Dec 5°C / 41°F -3.8° / 13.5° 81.5
Merelbeke experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. The area receives 6.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below Belgium avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.5 km²)
Population Density2,010/sq mi
Coordinates50.9945°N, 3.7462°W
TimezoneEurope/Brussels

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.5"
7% above Belgium avg
Snowfall 6.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.19"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

86 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4.

Apr 13, 1992 1 km W of Kessenich, Belgium M5.4 144 km
Jun 23, 2001 2 km ENE of Niel-bij-As, Belgium M4.8 132 km
Jun 20, 1995 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium M4.3 58 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 133 km
Aug 29, 1992 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France M4.1 92 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 141 km
Jun 23, 2001 1 km SW of Ulestraten, Netherlands M4.0 142 km
Aug 26, 1992 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium M3.9 102 km
Mar 7, 2001 Belgium M3.8 149 km
Jun 3, 1993 0 km NW of Kessenich, Belgium M3.8 146 km
Jul 13, 2008 0 km ESE of Court-Saint-Étienne, Belgium M3.8 71 km
Apr 13, 1992 0 km WSW of Schilberg, Netherlands M3.7 150 km
Sep 11, 1999 1 km WNW of Erp, Netherlands M3.7 145 km
Apr 19, 1990 0 km SSW of Flémalle-Haute, Belgium M3.6 127 km
Mar 7, 2001 2 km E of Sibbe, Netherlands M3.6 149 km
Jun 23, 2001 0 km E of Berg, Netherlands M3.6 144 km
Apr 14, 1992 2 km SW of Kinrooi, Belgium M3.5 139 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 140 km
Jul 20, 1994 2 km N of Rousies, France M3.5 80 km
Apr 13, 1992 Belgium M3.4 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m - 150 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in
February 38°F (4°C) 2.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
July 65°F (19°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.2 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in

Merelbeke has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 38°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Merelbeke

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sint-Michielsschool - - - -
Basisschool Paus Johannescollege - - - -
GILKO Bergwegel - - - -
Technisch Atheneum - - - -
Technisch Atheneum - - - -
Gilko Kloosterstraat - - - -
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Radio Stations near Merelbeke

38 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Nova (FR) alternative, pop MP3 128 kbps
Topradio TopRetroArena 90s, dance AAC+ 96 kbps
Omroep Zeeland Radio (NL) classics, folk MP3 128 kbps
Family Radio (US) alistair begg, bible AAC+ 64 kbps
vrt klara high quality - MP3
Topradio TopBam hard techno, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
Radio Plus Gent 70s, 80s MP3 192 kbps
Instrumentals Forever big band, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
VRT Radio 2 Oost-Vlaanderen - AAC
' t Is Vloms Affligem, be - MP3 128 kbps
Villa Bota - MP3 320 kbps
Goldies Radio oldies MP3 128 kbps
Radio TRL - MP3 320 kbps
CityMusic aalst, local radio MP3 192 kbps
KilRock (NL) - AAC+ 96 kbps
Radio Monique 963 Gold (NL) 60's, 70's MP3 192 kbps
Family Radio (East) (US) - AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Goldenwave (US) 70s, 80s MP3 320 kbps
Radio Land Van Waas (Stream) all ages MP3 160 kbps
familieradio enjoy fm - MP3 160 kbps
Groeistad Radio (NL) pop MP3 160 kbps
Family Radio (België/Belgique/Belgien) - MP3 128 kbps
Accent Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Toptechno - MP3 128 kbps
ONIB Disco - MP3 192 kbps
RBS gold radio - MP3 160 kbps
Goeiedag Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Radio Kamiel - MP3 192 kbps
RBS Radio easy listening, regional MP3 160 kbps
Radio Nova hollands, nederlandstalig MP3 192 kbps
Ajoin Music carnaval MP3 192 kbps
Radio 854 (US) - MP3 128 kbps
Instrumentals forever (64kbp) big band, easy listening AAC 64 kbps
PROS oldies MP3 128 kbps
MOOYZO (MP3) - MP3 192 kbps
MooyZo - MP3 192 kbps
Oilsjt Mjoezik - MP3 192 kbps
ONIB Radio - MP3

Museums in Merelbeke

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arnold Vander Haeghen
Bardelare museum
Belfort
Beroepenhuis
Bosinfocentrum
Caermersklooster
Canada - Poland War Museum
Centrum Ronde Van Vlaanderen
De school van toen
De Wereld van Kina
De wereld van Kina: de Tuin
Design Museum Gent
Doornzelemolen
Eendenkooi
Egmontkamer
Gallische Hoeve
Gekkefietsenmuseum
Ghent University Museum
Heemkundig museum
Het Burgerlijk Godshuis - Oorlogsmuseum
Hoge Mote
Huis van Alijn
Industrieel Museum Zeeland
Kasteel Puyenbrug
Klooster Zusters van Liefde
Kunsthal Gent
Kunsthal Sint-Pietersabdij
Lakenhalle
Manneken-Pismuseum
Museum 't Vlasschuurken
Museum Dhondt-Dhaenens
Museum Donkmeer
Museum Dr. Guislain
Museum Gevaert-Minne
Museum Gust De Smet
Museum of Fine Arts
Museum of Industry
Museum van Deinze en de Leiestreek
Museum van Oudenaarde
Museum voor de geschiedenis van de wetenschappen van de R.U.G.
Museum voor Stenen Voorwerpen
Ovenmuseum
PAM Ename
Plattelandscentrum
Provinciaal Archeocentrum Velzeke (AVE)
Riekend Rustpunt
S.M.A.K.
Stadsmuseum Gent
Stedelijk Museum Lokeren
Stoomketelmuseum
Streekcentrum Huysmanshoeve
Tuin van Kina

Libraries in Merelbeke

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotheek0.0
Bibliotheek De Pinte0.0
Bibliotheek De Pinte0.0
Bibliotheek Deinze0.0
Bibliotheek Destelbergen0.0
Bibliotheek Ertvelde0.0
Bibliotheek Evergem0.0
Bibliotheek Faculteit Wetenschappen0.0
Bibliotheek Faculteit Wetenschappen0.0
Bibliotheek Gavere0.0
Bibliotheek Geraardsbergen0.0
Bibliotheek Kaprijke0.0
Bibliotheek Kluisbergen0.0
Bibliotheek Koewacht0.0
Bibliotheek Laarne0.0
Bibliotheek Landegem0.0
Bibliotheek Landegem0.0
Bibliotheek Lembeke0.0
Bibliotheek Lokeren0.0
Bibliotheek Lovendegem0.0
Bibliotheek Lovendegem0.0
Bibliotheek Massemen0.0
Bibliotheek Melle0.0
Bibliotheek Melle0.0
Bibliotheek Merelbeke0.0
Bibliotheek Merelbeke0.0
Bibliotheek Nazareth0.0
Bibliotheek Oosterzele0.0
Bibliotheek Overbeke0.0
Bibliotheek Sas van Gent0.0
Bibliotheek Waarschoot0.0
Bibliotheek Wachtebeke0.0
Bibliotheek Wetteren0.0
Bibliotheek Wortegem-Petegem0.0
Bibliotheek Zomergem0.0
Bloemekenswijk0.0
Boekentoren0.0
Boekentoren0.0
Brugse Poort0.0
Brugse Poort0.0
BYB Schoonmeersen0.0
BYB Schoonmeersen0.0
De Bron0.0
De Krook0.0
Drongen0.0
Faculteitsbibliotheek Letteren & Wijsbegeerte0.0
Faculteitsbibliotheek Letteren & Wijsbegeerte0.0
Gemeentelijke bibliotheek Assenede0.0
Ledeberg0.0
Ledeberg0.0
Mariakerke0.0
Mariakerke0.0
Mediatheek Frans0.0
Mediatheek Frans0.0
Nieuw Gent0.0
Nieuw Gent0.0
Oostakker0.0
Oostakker0.0
Openbare bibliotheek0.0
Openbare bibliotheek Ronse0.0
Openbare bibliotheek Sint-Laureins0.0
Openbare Boekerij0.0
Publieke Openbare Bibliotheek Lierde0.0
Restauratie atelier0.0
Sint-Amandsberg0.0
Sint-Amandsberg0.0
Sint-Denijs-Westrem0.0
Uitleenpost 't Lijsternest0.0
Uitleenpost 't Lijsternest0.0
Vleeshuis0.0
Vrije Bibliotheek Zevergem0.0
Vrije Bibliotheek Zevergem0.0
Watersportbaan0.0
Watersportbaan0.0
Westveld0.0
Westveld0.0
Wijkbibliotheek Gentbrugge0.0
Wijkbibliotheek Gentbrugge0.0
Wondelgem0.0
Zwijnaarde0.0
Zwijnaarde0.0

Farmers Markets in Merelbeke

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bloemenmarkt
Bloemenmarkt
Boerenmarkt
Boerenmarkt
Boerenmarkt "De Toekomst"
Boerenmarkt "De Toekomst"
Boerenmarkt Blaisantvest
Boerenmarkt Blaisantvest
ceremonieplein
Dorpsplein
Lousbergmarkt
Lousbergmarkt
Markt
Moscou Markt
Moscou Markt
Tweedehands fietsenmarkt
Tweedehands fietsenmarkt

Restaurants in Merelbeke

15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amaranth
Attitude
Bistro Jardin
Culix
De Bergstraat
De Blauwe Artisjok
La Brasseria De Middenstand
La Traverse
Lee Garden
Peking City
Pizzeria Venezia
Resto campus Merelbeke
Salons Caipirinha
Sil's
Sushi Gent

Cafes in Merelbeke

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

De Cosmos

Castles in Merelbeke

3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kasteel Bergwyk
Kasteel Ter Walle
Kasteeldomein Blauwhuys

Clinics in Merelbeke

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cardea Clinic

Dentists in Merelbeke

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dentart Flora
Oxydent

Veterinaries in Merelbeke

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clos Fleuri
Wellopet

Gas Stations in Merelbeke

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso Express
Gabriëls
Q8 Easy
Shell Express
Texaco

Banks in Merelbeke

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Argenta
Beobank
BNP Paribas Fortis
KBC
vdk bank

Gyms in Merelbeke

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Basic-Fit
Redouane
Studio 73

Breweries in Merelbeke

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brouwerij Aaigem
Brouwerij De Graal
Brouwerij De Rijck
Brouwerij De Ryck
Brouwerij Gemeldorp
De Glazentoren
De Proefbrouwerij
Huisbrouwerij Den Tseut
Microbrouwerij De Backer
Stroom Brewery
Stroom Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Merelbeke

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Ski Resorts Near Merelbeke

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
SnowWorld Antwerpen 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Merelbeke

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brussels AirportBRULarge Airport
Brussels South Charleroi AirportCRLLarge Airport
Lille AirportLILLarge Airport
Antwerp International Airport (Deurne)ANRMedium Airport
Chièvres Air Base-Medium Airport
Flanders International Airport Kortrijk-WevelgemKJKMedium Airport
Valenciennes-Denain Airfield-Medium Airport
Woensdrecht Air BaseWOEMedium Airport
Amougies Airfield-Small Airport
Ath/Isieres Airfield-Small Airport
Axel Glidersite-Small Airport
Baisy-Thy Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Buzet Aerodrome-Small Airport
Grimbergen Airfield-Small Airport
Haamstede Glidersite-Small Airport
Hoevenen Airfield-Small Airport
Marcq-en-Baroeul Airfield-Small Airport
Maubeuge-Élesmes Airfield-Small Airport
Maubray Airfield-Small Airport
Melsbroek Air Base-Small Airport
Midden-Zeeland Airfield-Small Airport
Moorsele Airfield-Small Airport
Overboelare Airfield-Small Airport
Pont toussaint Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Ghislain Airfield-Small Airport
Ursel Air Base-Small Airport
Verrebroek Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Zuienkerke Sport Aviation Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Merelbeke

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postkantoor

Treatment Centers in Merelbeke

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cardea Clinic
De Sleutel
Medisch centrum Evergem
Psychiatrisch Verzorgingstehuis (PVT) De Warande
Sarasin Clinic
Totaalpraktijk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Merelbeke

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Piëtakapel
Sint-Pietersbandenkerk

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Brussels
Postal Code
9820

🇧🇪 About Belgium

Capital Brussels
Population 11,422,068
Area 30,510 km²
GDP (USD) $651,330,595,110
GDP per capita $55,291
HDI 0.942
Life expectancy 82.4 years
Internet users 94.6%
Urban population 87.6%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages German, French, Dutch
Calling code +32
TLD .be
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Belgium

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Nieuwjaar
Apr 3 Good Friday Goede Vrijdag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Pasen
Apr 6 Easter Monday Paasmaandag
May 1 Labour Day Dag van de arbeid
May 14 Ascension Day Onze Lieve Heer hemel
May 15 Day after Ascension Day Day after Ascension Day
May 25 Whit Monday Pinkstermaandag
Jul 21 Belgian National Day Nationale feestdag
Aug 15 Assumption Day Onze Lieve Vrouw hemelvaart
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Allerheiligen
Nov 11 Armistice Day Wapenstilstand
Dec 25 Christmas Day Kerstdag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merelbeke

What is the population of Merelbeke?

Merelbeke has a population of 16,684 residents and is located in Belgium. The population density is 2,010 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Merelbeke?

Merelbeke has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches, with 6.8 inches of snow.

Nearby Cities

Lemberge, VLG 6,726 pop · 1.6 mi Zwijnaarde, VLG 7,379 pop · 1.7 mi Bottelare, VLG 1,866 pop · 2.1 mi Schelderode, VLG 1,530 pop · 2.3 mi Zevergem, VLG 1,766 pop · 2.5 mi Melle, VLG 10,687 pop · 2.6 mi Moortsele, VLG 1,162 pop · 2.8 mi Gentbrugge, VLG 15,885 pop · 3.0 mi Ledeberg, VLG 8,454 pop · 3.0 mi Melsen, VLG 1,416 pop · 3.4 mi Oosterzele, VLG 13,151 pop · 3.7 mi Sint-Denijs-Westrem, VLG 6,419 pop · 3.7 mi Gent, VLG 265,086 pop · 4.0 mi De Pinte, VLG 10,020 pop · 4.3 mi
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