UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Gent, Belgium 
will be up to 5.2, indicating a moderate level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-10
With a UV index reaching up to 5.2 in Gent, stay shaded during midday when the sun is strongest; wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, UV-blocking sunglasses; apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days; and be cautious of heightened UV on bright surfaces.
The UV index in Gent, Belgium, typically ranges from low to moderate throughout the year, peaking in summer months around 5 to 7. During winter, it usually stays low, around 0 to 2.
Gent experiences mild summers and cool winters, with rainfall spread evenly year-round. Spring and autumn are often damp and cloudy. Snow is rare but possible in winter, and summers are not very hot.
Compared to the wider region, Gent has similar weather to much of Belgium and neighboring Netherlands, with cooler and wetter conditions than southern France or Germany. Its coastal proximity makes it more humid than inland areas.
See the UV index hour by hour for Gent, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.