Gistel Weather in January

January in Gistel brings low temperatures around 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 75 mm (3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Gistel in January

Rain is expected on roughly 20 days, totalling around 75 mm (3 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Gistel in January

January in Gistel sees highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) overnight. January is typically considered a winter month. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Sunshine in Gistel in January

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 60 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

Wind Speed in Gistel in January

January has wind speeds averaging 7 m/s (14 knots). You can expect generally windy conditions with strong breezes affecting daily routines on typical days. As an average, some days have moderate strong winds while others feature more intense gusts that make walking and movement challenging.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Gistel.

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Gistel Temperature in January

Min Temperature 3°C (37°F)  

Max Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 75 mm (3 in)  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 91% *  

Windspeed 7 m/s (14 knots) *  

Sunshine 60 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ostend, Belgium (8 KM, 5 Miles).

What to Wear in Gistel in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Gistel in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Gistel in January

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

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
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• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Belgium, check out our Gistel's climate page.

More climate data for Gistel

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