May 8 is generally a great time to visit Ghent. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°C weather. You'll enjoy Ghent with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Ghent
Currency
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Language
German
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Driving
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.526
Ghent Weather Forecast for May 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.8°C. 24% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Ghent in May
Based on historical data for May 8, Ghent typically experiences temperatures between 8.6°C and 17.8°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Ghent
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
24%
Avg 1.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
65%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1015.1 hPa
Medium volatility
Ghent Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 81% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 21 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 32 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 53 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.5°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Belgium
Flight Traffic
Moderate
44/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~4
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Ghent
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:07
☀️ Noon
12:42
🌇 Sunset
20:18
⏱️ Daylight
15h 10m
Wind Speed
17.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Ghent
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Ghent on May 8 averages 17.8°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 89/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Ghent Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Ghent Worth Visiting on May 8?
Planning a trip to Ghent on May 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.8°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 4 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Belgium, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26.3°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 4.7°C in 2021.