St. Michaels's church in Ghent, Belgium with a bridge over a water canal
Weather in May
May steps into Ghent, introducing a hint of early summer to its weather landscape. Particularly noticeable is the increased warmth with a maximum recorded temperature rising to impressive 17°C (62.6°F). The city basks under approximately 15.6 hours of daylight with about 20 days of likely rainfall. This gradually warming and elongating days manifest as a prelude to June, the month that furthers the introduction of true summer weather in Ghent, Belgium.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 21:07. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:49 CEST.
Temperature
Ghent, Belgium, perceives a slight temperature ascent during May, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a moderate 13°C (55.4°F) in April to a still refreshing 17°C (62.6°F). An average low-temperature of 10°C (50°F) is anticipated throughout the nights during May.Rainfall
In Ghent, during May, it is raining for 20 days. In Ghent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 221 days.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 15h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 21:07. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:49 CEST.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Ghent?
During May, Ghent experiences an average high-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F) and a low-temperature of 10°C (50°F).
How many days does it rain in May in Ghent?
In Ghent, during May, it is raining for 20 days.
What is the average length of the day in May in Ghent?
The average day length in May is 15h and 34min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Ghent?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 21:07. On the last day of the month, in Ghent, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:49 CEST.
Average temperature in May
Ghent, Belgium
- Average high temperature in May: 17°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 10°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1°C).
Average rainfall days in May
Ghent, Belgium
- Average rainfall days in May: 20 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15 days).
Average daylight in May
Ghent, Belgium
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
Ghent, Belgium
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