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Westende, Belgium
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Westende is a small city in Flanders, Belgium with a population of 5,522. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Westende
Westende is a town in Flanders, one of the three regions of Belgium, and in the Flemish province of West Flanders. It lies on the Belgian coast, also called the Flemish coast. It used to be the far west of the island Testerep which lay along the Belgian coast.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,522 |
| Population Density | 1,972 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.1596°, 2.7687° |
| Timezone | Europe/Brussels |
| Country | 🇧🇪 Belgium |
| State / Province | Flanders |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.2 inches (1,020 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.0 inches (15 cm) |
About Westende
Westende is a small city in Belgium (Flanders) with a population of 5,522. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Brussels.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.3°F |
| 1% below Belgium avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 222 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,972/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.1596°N, 2.7687°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Brussels |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | - | 82 km |
| 1911 | FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND | Meteorological | 0.9 m | - | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in |
Westende has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 39°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.6").
Schools in Westende
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sint-Lutgardisschool | - | - | - | - |
| Gemeenteschool De Duinpieper | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Westende
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| VRT Radio 2 West-Vlaanderen | - | MP3 | |
| Galaxie New Wave (FR) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Galaxie FM 95.30 (FR) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Galaxie Radio (FR) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Noordzee (192k) | live radio, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Eurodance Classic | 90s, eurodance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| PINK! | pop, pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio FM Gold | hits, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kerstradio Noordzee | christmas music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Be One - Xmas | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| MelindaFM | classic, hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Studio 22 Gullegem, be | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| radio qui chifel | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Addictive 50s (GB) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wagenbergtotaal (NL) | internet radio, song requests | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Noordzee Gold | oldies | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Uylenspiegel (FR) | folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WRadio | dance music, electronic | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Noordzee Info | news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bingo - Roeselaere, Be | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DooBeeSummer | summer | MP3 320 kbps | |
| KL85 (NL) | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Westende
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 't Krekelhof | ||||
| Amandine | ||||
| Archeologisch Site museum | ||||
| Astropolis Space Science Center | ||||
| Atlantikwall (WW1 & WW2) | ||||
| Bakkerijmuseum | ||||
| Bezoekerscentrum Westfront Nieuwpoort | ||||
| Cabour WOII | ||||
| Delvaux museum | ||||
| Ensorhuis | ||||
| Fot'oeil | ||||
| Fransmansmuseum | ||||
| Godelievemuseum | ||||
| Het Turkeyenhof | ||||
| Jules Destrooper Bezoekerscentrum | ||||
| Kapel Rozenkrans | ||||
| Kusthistories | ||||
| Lange Max Museum | ||||
| Les Zéphyrs | ||||
| Mu.ZEE | ||||
| Musée des Pompes | ||||
| Museos | ||||
| Museum aan de IJzer | ||||
| Museum Walraversijde - Bezoekerscentrum | ||||
| Museumschip Tordino | ||||
| Nationaal Visserijmuseum Oostduinkerke | ||||
| Oldtimer Museum | ||||
| Openluchtmuseum "Bachten de Kupe" | ||||
| Orgelmuseum | ||||
| Ryckewaertshof / Anto Diez | ||||
| Sint-Pietersbandenkerk | ||||
| Spoorauto Kamieltje | ||||
| Stadsmuseum Oostende | ||||
| Ten Bogaerde | ||||
| Ten Duinen | ||||
| Trench of Death | ||||
| Wielermuseum de Gistelse Flandriens | ||||
| Zeilschip Mercator |
Libraries in Westende
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheek De Seylsteen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Koksijde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Kris Lambert | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Middelkerke | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Nieuwpoort | 0.0 | |||||
| De Leestuin | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeentelijke bibliotheek De Panne | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Openbare Bibliotheek Diksmuide | 0.0 | |||||
| Stedelijke openbare bibliotheek Sint-Lutgardis | 0.0 | |||||
| Trefpunt Leffinge | 0.0 | |||||
| Trefpunt Lombardsijde | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Westende
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groentemarkt | |||||
| Marktplein | |||||
| Wapenplein | |||||
| Zesde Linieplein |
Hotels in Westende
10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Westende
20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Westende
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Westende
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Westende
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Westende
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Westende
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Westende
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Westende
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 't Koelschip | ||||
| De Dolle Brouwers | ||||
| De Struise Brouwers | ||||
| Jus de Mer | ||||
| Kustbrouwerij |
Stadiums & Teams in Westende
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Westende
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lille Airport | LIL | Large Airport |
| Ostend-Bruges International Airport | OST | Large Airport |
| Flanders International Airport Kortrijk-Wevelgem | KJK | Medium Airport |
| Koksijde Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Merville-Calonne Airport | HZB | Medium Airport |
| Amougies Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dunkerque-Les Moëres Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Herlies ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Lens-Bénifontaine Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Marcq-en-Baroeul Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Maubray Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Moorsele Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Omer Wizernes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ursel Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Verchocq Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Zuienkerke Sport Aviation Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Westende
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bundeling Zorginitiatieven Oostende |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Westende
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sint-Laurentiuskerk |
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Public Holidays in Belgium
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Westende?
Westende has a population of 5,522 residents and is located in Belgium. The population density is 1,972 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Westende?
Westende has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.