Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Ghent in November
Ghent cools off: highs slip to 50°F (10°C), from 59°F in October, with lows of 40°F (4°C) and about 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 54/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 50°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 2.9 in (73 mm)
- Humidity
- 92%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 37 min
- Comfort score
- 54/100 · Fair
What November feels like
It's cool, with highs near 50°F (10°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 40°F (4°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.9 in (73 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 83%.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 37 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and August & September.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 5°C (9°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 72/100 in October to 54/100.
- Our Amsterdam to Bruges by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 50°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.9 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Ghent in November
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
MSK Ghent
Fine arts museum with Flemish masters and Bosch.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
St Bavo's Cathedral
Home of the van Eyck brothers' Ghent Altarpiece.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 50°F.
Gruut Brewery
City brewery making herb-spiced beer, with a taproom.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 50°F.
Pakhuis
Brasserie in a restored warehouse with iron columns.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Ghent canal boat tour
Short boat trip past the guildhouses and castle.
Nearby in November
- Bruges in November~24 mi · highs 50°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Brussels in November~31 mi · highs 50°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amsterdam in November~104 mi · highs 49°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Reims in November~125 mi · highs 49°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Ghent in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Ghent?
It's middling, scoring 54/100. The best months are May & June and August & September, at up to 85. Expect highs of 50°F (10°C) and 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain. Our Amsterdam to Bruges by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Ghent in November?
Average highs are 50°F (10°C) and average lows 40°F (4°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Ghent in November?
Some: about 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.6 in (778 mm).
What should I pack for Ghent in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 50°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.9 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Ghent in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.