Ghent · SpringMonth summary
Ghent weather in March
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
4°C – 11°C
🌧 Rainy days
41% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.8/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (7.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Ghent in March?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: Ghent in March: 41% rain, 8.8h of sunshine. Better to wait for June.
By trip type
Ghent in March by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in March
🎯 Open terraces and outdoor markets — best season for al fresco dining Spring marks the start of the good season in Ghent. Temperatures rise (11°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 41% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 2°C | 7°C | 45% | 2.6 | 3.3h | 2.4/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 3°C | 9°C | 42% | 2.2 | 5.8h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 4°C | 11°C | 41% | 2.1 | 8.8h | 4.8/10 |
| ⛅ April | 6°C | 14°C | 38% | 1.6 | 11.0h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 9°C | 18°C | 36% | 2.0 | 12.5h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 13°C | 22°C | 36% | 2.3 | 13.1h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 14°C | 22°C | 37% | 2.0 | 13.0h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 14°C | 23°C | 37% | 2.0 | 12.0h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 13°C | 20°C | 34% | 1.9 | 10.2h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 10°C | 16°C | 43% | 2.4 | 6.7h | 5.6/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 5°C | 11°C | 44% | 2.4 | 4.5h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 4°C | 8°C | 43% | 2.4 | 3.0h | 2.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In March, Ghent averages 11°C, 41% rainy days and 8.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.8/10.
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Comparison
March vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 7.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +11°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -5%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +4.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Ghent in March
Is March a good time to visit Ghent?
March is not recommended for Ghent (score 4.8/10). With 41% rainy days and 8.8h of sunshine, consider June (7.9/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Ghent in March?
It's cool with 11°C daytime and 4°C at night. 8.8h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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