Best Time to Visit Gent
Best time: Aug, Jul, Jun, May.
Aug is warmest (23.4°C high); Nov is rainiest (82 mm).
Gent weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6 | 1.4 | 65 | 1.1 |
| Feb | 6.8 | 1.1 | 49 | 2.2 |
| Mar | 10.3 | 3.3 | 64 | 3.8 |
| Apr | 13.5 | 5.2 | 50 | 6.1 |
| May | 18.1 | 9.2 | 60 | 7.7 |
| Jun | 20.8 | 11.9 | 76 | 8.2 |
| Jul | 23.2 | 14 | 70 | 7.9 |
| Aug | 23.4 | 13.8 | 59 | 7 |
| Sep | 19.4 | 11.4 | 71 | 4.8 |
| Oct | 14.8 | 7.9 | 79 | 2.9 |
| Nov | 9.6 | 4.4 | 82 | 1.4 |
| Dec | 6.9 | 2.5 | 76 | 0.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: AugJulJunMay
Beaches: AugJul
Hiking: MayAprAugJul
Sightseeing: MayAugJulJun
Gent quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gent?
Aug, Jul, Jun, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Nov, about 82 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 23.4°C.
Where to stay
See Gent hotels · Book Gent tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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