BelgiumThe weather in August in Ghent
It's warm in August in Ghent with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 16°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Ghent. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Ghent, Belgium. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2020, Ghent reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 81 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Ghent
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Ghent. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Ghent | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 26°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Ghent with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 15°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Ghent is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Ghent, Belgium. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Ghent
Temperature in August in Ghent over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Ghent, Belgium. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Ghent
Total precipitation in August in Ghent over the years
Daily UV index in August in Ghent
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August 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.
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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.