Ghent weather in January (East-Flanders, Belgium)

Is Ghent a good destination in January, weather-wise? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

The month of January in Ghent typically includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 8°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 2°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Ghent in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 61 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ghent. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ghent climate page with graphs.

 

Ghent, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 66 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 61 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Belgium in January

Find out more about the weather in Belgium and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Ghent.

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