October 21 is generally a great time to visit Ghent. While there is a slight chance of rain (35%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 15°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
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.526
Ghent Weather Forecast for October 21
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.2°C. 35% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Ghent in October
Based on historical data for October 21, Ghent typically experiences temperatures between 9.1°C and 15.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 35% 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
15.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.2°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
35%
Avg 1.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
70%
Overcast
Pressure
1011.7 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 77% 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
🔴 80 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 120 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 200 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.3°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
07:19
☀️ Noon
12:30
🌇 Sunset
17:42
⏱️ Daylight
10h 23m
Wind Speed
20.5 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
5.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
83%
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.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
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 21 averages 15.2°C with a 35% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 80/100."
— 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 25
14.7°C • 29% rain
Score
91
October 24
14.8°C • 28% rain
Score
90
October 27
14.4°C • 26% rain
Score
90
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📍 Is Ghent Worth Visiting on October 21?
Planning a trip to Ghent on October 21? 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 15.2°C with a 35% 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 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.4°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 4.3°C in 2016.