Monthly climate guide
Gent weather in February
February in Gent is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 7°C (45°F) and night-time lows near 1°C (33°F). The month usually brings about 55 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as January and 4°C cooler than March.
What stands out in February
- Just 140 km apart, but Gent runs about 2°C warmer than Liège this month.
- Seasonally, February counts as late winter in Gent.
- Only one month is cooler in Gent than February.
- It warms up quickly from here: by March highs are about 4°C higher.
Avg high
7°C
45°F
Avg low
1°C
33°F
Rainfall
55 mm
some rain
Humidity
89%
relative
Sky
79%
cloud · often cloudy
Gent weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 43°F | 1°C / 34°F | 71 mm | 93% | 85% |
| February | 7°C / 45°F | 1°C / 33°F | 55 mm | 89% | 79% |
| March | 11°C / 52°F | 2°C / 36°F | 50 mm | 84% | 75% |
| April | 15°C / 59°F | 5°C / 40°F | 35 mm | 79% | 70% |
| May | 18°C / 65°F | 8°C / 46°F | 54 mm | 77% | 70% |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 11°C / 52°F | 67 mm | 77% | 71% |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 56°F | 73 mm | 76% | 69% |
| August | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 56°F | 70 mm | 77% | 70% |
| September | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 51°F | 55 mm | 80% | 71% |
| October | 16°C / 60°F | 8°C / 46°F | 70 mm | 86% | 80% |
| November | 10°C / 51°F | 4°C / 40°F | 62 mm | 91% | 84% |
| December | 8°C / 46°F | 3°C / 37°F | 87 mm | 93% | 85% |
What to pack for February
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is February a good time to visit Gent?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Gent →Other Belgium cities in February
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Gent in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Gent?
February is cool in Gent, with highs around 7°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Gent in February?
Average highs are about 7°C (45°F) and average lows about 1°C (33°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Gent in February?
Gent typically gets around 55 mm of rain in February — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Gent (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.