Gent, Flanders Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Gent get?

Gent gets 740 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 189 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 81% of France.

November is the wettest month, with 75 mm. April is the driest, with 45 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 19.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 28 days, to June 12, 2023.

Gent weather by month

Gent weather in January

In January, Gent averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The January record high is 15°C (2007) and the record low is -19°C (1982).

Gent weather in February

In February, Gent averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The February record high is 19°C (2021) and the record low is -13°C (1991).

Gent weather in March

In March, Gent averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The March record high is 25°C (2021) and the record low is -11°C (2013).

Gent weather in April

In April, Gent averages a high of 15°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (2013).

Gent weather in May

In May, Gent averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2005) and the record low is -1°C (1981). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Gent weather in June

In June, Gent averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 2°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Gent weather in July

In July, Gent averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (2019) and the record low is 4°C (1975). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Gent weather in August

In August, Gent averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2020) and the record low is 4°C (1978). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Gent weather in September

In September, Gent averages a high of 20°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The September record high is 35°C (2020) and the record low is 1°C (1979). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Gent weather in October

In October, Gent averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (2011) and the record low is -3°C (1983).

Gent weather in November

In November, Gent averages a high of 11°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The November record high is 21°C (2018) and the record low is -8°C (1983).

Gent weather in December

In December, Gent averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (2000) and the record low is -12°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Gent

June is the sunniest month in Gent, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 18%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. Gent is cloudier than 95% of France.

Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in April at 68%.

Gent has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Gent is cooler than 85% of France.

First and last freeze in Gent

The first fall freeze in Gent typically comes around November 13, and the last spring freeze around April 10. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 217 days.

Gent weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Gent station is 42°C, on July 25, 2019. The coldest is -19°C, on January 14, 1982.

The wettest day on record brought 63 mm of rain, on August 19, 2005.

42 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Gent

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 6°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 8°C.

Gent climate questions

How much rain does Gent get?

Gent gets 740 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 189 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Gent?

November is the wettest month in Gent, with 75 mm. April is the driest, with 45 mm.

How many rainy days does Gent have a year?

Gent has about 189 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 19.

What is the hottest month in Gent?

July is the warmest month in Gent, with an average high of 24°C.

What is the coldest month in Gent?

January is the coldest month in Gent, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Gent?

The record high at the Gent station is 42°C, set on July 25, 2019. The record low is -19°C, on January 14, 1982.

What is the sunniest month in Gent?

June is the sunniest month in Gent, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Gent?

The first fall freeze in Gent typically comes around November 13. The last spring freeze is around April 10.

What is the best time to visit Gent?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.