St. Michaels's church in Ghent, Belgium with a bridge over a water canal
Weather in October
October in Ghent toys with chillier tendencies, indicating the consolidation of the autumn season. The mercury rarely rises above 14°C (57.2°F). Raincoat-ready weather prevails most days as the frequency of rainfall remains relatively consistent. The rapid shortening of days becomes pronounced with Ghent experiencing approximately 10.7 hours of daylight. November perpetuates this pattern of falling temperatures, shorter daylight hours, and increased odds of rainfall.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 19:22 CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 17:20 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.
[Resources]Temperature
The onset of October in Ghent aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a comfortable 18°C (64.4°F) in September to a moderate 14°C (57.2°F). During October, Ghent's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a subtle cooling from daytime highs, stabilizing at a chilly 9°C (48.2°F).Rainfall
In Ghent, during October, it is raining for 19 days. Throughout the year, there are 221 rainfall days.Daylight
In Ghent, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 19:22 CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 17:20 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average October temperature in Ghent?
The average high-temperature, in October, in Ghent, is 14°C (57.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 9°C (48.2°F).
How many days does it rain in October in Ghent?
In October, the rain falls for 19 days.
What is the average length of the day in October in Ghent?
In Ghent, the average day length in October is 10h and 41min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Ghent?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 19:22 CEST. On the last day of the month, in Ghent, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 17:20 CET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Ghent?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.
Average temperature in October
Ghent, Belgium
- Average high temperature in October: 14°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 October: 9°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 October
Ghent, Belgium
- Average rainfall days in October: 19 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 October
Ghent, Belgium
- Average daylight in October: 10h 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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