Normal weather for Ghent in April
It's cool to moderate in April in Ghent with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 8°C.
In April, there is an average of 33 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then April isn’t the best time to be in Ghent. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Ghent in April |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
15°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
19°C | 18°C | |
| Low Temp |
12°C | 12°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
33 mm | 29 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 7 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,1 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Start of April
The month of April starts in Ghent with cool temperatures, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights close to 6°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-April
By mid-April, the average daytime temperature rises to around 16°C, with nights close to 6°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Ghent will be around 16°C, with nights close to 7°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
Temperature records
With 28°C, Ghent hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in April 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -3°C to a high of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in Ghent
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in April in Ghent, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in April in Ghent
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Ghent, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect around 7 days of rain in Ghent.
Daily Snowfall in April in Ghent
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in Ghent, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in April.
Daily UV Index in April in Ghent
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Ghent, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in April in Ghent Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Ghent, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in April in Ghent Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Ghent, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in April in Ghent per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in April in Ghent, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in April for Ghent
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Average Weather in Ghent by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ghent. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
