Gistel Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Gistel.
Climate overview of Gistel
Gistel, West-Flanders, Belgium, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) in August, while winters cool to 8°C (46°F) in January.
Annual rainfall is moderate at around 900 mm (35 in), with December being the wettest month. The city also has warm summers and cold winters. The sunniest month is July, with 7.7 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Gistel Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gistel - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Gistel
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Gistel. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 8°C (46°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 16°C (61°F) in August to 3°C (37°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Gistel
Generally, Gistel has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 900 mm (35 in) of rainfall annually. Gistel experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 92 mm (3.6 in) in December, the wettest month, and 54 mm (2.1 in) in April, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Gistel Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Gistel
Gistel can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Gistel by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 93%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 84%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Gistel
The mean wind speed varies between 6 m/s (12 knots) and 7 m/s (14 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during January. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Gistel
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: July, August and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Gistel
What is the best time to visit Gistel?
July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Gistel. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Gistel has warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Gistel?
Daytime highs range from 8°C (46°F) in January to 22°C (72°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 3°C (37°F) to 16°C (61°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Gistel get?
Annual rainfall is around 900 mm (35 in). December is the wettest month with 92 mm (3.6 in), while April is the driest with 54 mm (2.1 in).
How sunny is Gistel?
Gistel receives around 1,743 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 232 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 48 hours.
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Gistel 3-Day Forecast
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