Our verdict
The best time to visit Ghent is April
In summer, the average maximum temperature is around 23℃ (74℉), but temperatures can sometimes reach as high as 26℃ (79℉) on the hottest days of the year. The coldest it usually gets in winter-time in Ghent is around -2℃ (29℉).
The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Ghent are usually in July, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. June sees the most amount of rain in a month if you’re ok with chancing getting drenched, so if you’re looking to stay dry, visit in September instead.
For more information about when to travel to Ghent, the monthly weather breakdown and the best information and tools to book your trip, continue reading below.
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Ghent seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Ghent as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Ghent is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Ghent
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Ghent for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Ghent climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Ghent for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Ghent in January
- Average temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average high temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 19mm (1") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Ghent in February
- Average temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Ghent in March
- Average temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average high temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (38℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Ghent in April
- Average temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 15mm (1") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in April, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Ghent in May
- Average temperature: 14℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 27mm (1") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Ghent in June
- Average temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 31mm (1") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in June, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Ghent in July
- Average temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Ghent in August
- Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in August, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Ghent in September
- Average temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (67℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 13mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
Ghent in October
- Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 17mm (1") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Ghent in November
- Average temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 19mm (1") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Ghent in December
- Average temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average humidity: 87%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 26mm (1") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ghent in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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