October 3 is generally a great time to visit Ghent. While there is a slight chance of rain (30%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. You'll enjoy Ghent with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Ghent
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Language
German
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.526
Ghent Weather Forecast for October 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.9°C. 30% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Ghent in October
Based on historical data for October 3, Ghent typically experiences temperatures between 10.5°C and 16.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 30% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Ghent
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
16.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
30%
Avg 1.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
73%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.2 hPa
High volatility
Ghent Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 95% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 89 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 134 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 223 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.4°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
06:49
☀️ Noon
12:35
🌇 Sunset
18:21
⏱️ Daylight
11h 32m
Wind Speed
19.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
80%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Ghent
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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 October 3 averages 16.9°C with a 30% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 85/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 9
16.4°C • 18% rain
Score
89
October 10
16.3°C • 18% rain
Score
89
September 26
17.8°C • 31% rain
Score
88
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📍 Is Ghent Worth Visiting on October 3?
Planning a trip to Ghent on October 3? 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 16.9°C with a 30% 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 October 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.9°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 6.7°C in 2022.