Gent, Belgium — Weather in May 2027

Monthly climate averages for Gent, Belgium. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

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May is a good month in Gent

Climate Overview

Gent, Belgium in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 18.3°C (65°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 11 days this month.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 16°C (60°F) at the start to 20°C (69°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 10.8h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 12.0h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 20.6°C (69°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 4°C warmer with 0 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
18°C / 10°C
Feels Like
17°C / 7°C
Rain
11 days · 63 mm
Sunshine
11.2h / day
Humidity
72% — Humid
Wind
18 km/h
Wind Direction
NNW (336°)
Gusts
38 km/h
Daylight
15.6 h
Cloud Cover
62%
Clear Sky Days
2.7
UV Index
5.8 — High
Dew Point
9°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 4h 8h 12h 16h 151015202531
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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:57
Daylight 15.5h
Sunset 21:29

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
7°C / 2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -2°C
Rain
13days (76 mm) Wet
Sun
3.7h Poor
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
1.1 Low
Snow Days
3days
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February
Poor
Temp
9°C / 3°C
Feels Like
5°C / -1°C
Rain
11days (59 mm) Wet
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
2days
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March
Poor
Temp
11°C / 4°C
Feels Like
8°C / 0°C
Rain
12days (62 mm) Wet
Sun
7.1h Good
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
3.4 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
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April
Fair
Temp
14°C / 6°C
Feels Like
12°C / 3°C
Rain
11days (47 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
4.8 Moderate
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May
Good
Temp
18°C / 10°C
Feels Like
17°C / 7°C
Rain
11days (63 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.8 High
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June best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 14°C
Feels Like
22°C / 12°C
Rain
10days (67 mm) Wet
Sun
11.5h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.2 High
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July best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 15°C
Feels Like
23°C / 14°C
Rain
11days (63 mm) Wet
Sun
11.5h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
5.9 High
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August best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 15°C
Feels Like
23°C / 15°C
Rain
10days (61 mm) Wet
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
5.4 High
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September best
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 13°C
Feels Like
19°C / 11°C
Rain
10days (59 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
4.1 Moderate
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October
Good
Temp
16°C / 10°C
Feels Like
14°C / 8°C
Rain
12days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
6.1h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
2.4 Moderate
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November
Poor
Temp
10°C / 6°C
Feels Like
8°C / 2°C
Rain
12days (64 mm) Wet
Sun
4.2h Fair
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
1.4 Low
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December
Poor
Temp
8°C / 4°C
Feels Like
5°C / 0°C
Rain
13days (69 mm) Wet
Sun
3h Poor
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
0.9 Low
Snow Days
1days
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Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January 7°C / 2°C 3°C / -2°C 13days (76 mm) Wet 3.7h Poor 86% Very Muggy 1.1 Low Poor View Details
February 9°C / 3°C 5°C / -1°C 11days (59 mm) Wet 5.1h Fair 82% Humid 1.6 Low Poor View Details
March 11°C / 4°C 8°C / 0°C 12days (62 mm) Wet 7.1h Good 78% Humid 3.4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 14°C / 6°C 12°C / 3°C 11days (47 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 72% Muggy 4.8 Moderate Fair View Details
May 18°C / 10°C 17°C / 7°C 11days (63 mm) Wet 11.2h Excellent 72% Muggy 5.8 High Good View Details
June best 22°C / 14°C 22°C / 12°C 10days (67 mm) Wet 11.5h Excellent 72% Muggy 6.2 High Excellent View Details
July best 23°C / 15°C 23°C / 14°C 11days (63 mm) Wet 11.5h Excellent 71% Muggy 5.9 High Excellent View Details
August best 23°C / 15°C 23°C / 15°C 10days (61 mm) Wet 10.8h Excellent 73% Muggy 5.4 High Excellent View Details
September best 20°C / 13°C 19°C / 11°C 10days (59 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 76% Humid 4.1 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 16°C / 10°C 14°C / 8°C 12days (74 mm) Wet 6.1h Fair 81% Humid 2.4 Moderate Good View Details
November 10°C / 6°C 8°C / 2°C 12days (64 mm) Wet 4.2h Fair 86% Very Muggy 1.4 Low Poor View Details
December 8°C / 4°C 5°C / 0°C 13days (69 mm) Wet 3h Poor 88% Very Muggy 0.9 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm evening layerUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically good for visiting Gent, with average highs of 18°C (65°F) and around 11 rainy days. Gent, Belgium in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 18.3°C (65°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls
Gent typically sees around 11 rainy days in May with 63 mm (2.5 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Gent during May are cool at around 10°C (49°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 18°C (65°F) and lows of 10°C (49°F) in May, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Gent. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Gent during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Gent gets approximately 16 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Gent during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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