Normal weather for Ghent in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Ghent with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 12°C.
In May, there is an average of 52 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Ghent. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Ghent in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
19°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
21°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
15°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
52 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 8 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Ghent with mild temperatures, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights close to 9°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 19°C, with nights close to 10°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Ghent will be around 21°C, with nights close to 12°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
Temperature records
With 31°C, Ghent hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -1°C to a high of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Ghent
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May 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 May in Ghent
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May 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 May, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Ghent.
Daily UV Index in May in Ghent
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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 May in Ghent Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Ghent, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Ghent Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Ghent, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May 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.
