Climate Insights for Kharkiv

Kharkiv Raion, Kharkiv Oblast, Ukraine

Hottest
August
28°C peak82°F peak
Coldest
January
-6°C low21°F low
Wettest
December
61 mm rain2.4 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kharkiv is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 578 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 61 mm of rainfall. Kharkiv is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 122cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Kharkiv is cool. The average annual temperature is 49°F and approximately 22.8 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 2.4 in of rainfall. Kharkiv is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 21°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 48in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -3°Min: -6°FebMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°MarMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: -1°AprMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 5°MayMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 9°JunMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°JulMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 16°AugMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 15°SepMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 10°OctMax: 14°Average: 9°Min: 5°NovMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 0°DecMax: 1°Average: -1°Min: -3°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°FAverage: 26°FMin: 21°FFebMax: 33°FAverage: 28°FMin: 22°FMarMax: 44°FAverage: 37°FMin: 30°FAprMax: 59°FAverage: 51°FMin: 40°FMayMax: 68°FAverage: 59°FMin: 49°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 58°FJulMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 61°FAugMax: 82°FAverage: 71°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 61°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 57°FAverage: 49°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 41°FAverage: 37°FMin: 32°FDecMax: 33°FAverage: 30°FMin: 26°F
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Temperatures in Kharkiv vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Kharkiv vary considerably across the year, with a 61°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 21°F and the daily average is 26°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 35mmFebPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 26mmMarPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 12mmAprPrecipitation: 53mmSnow: 3mmMayPrecipitation: 59mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 52mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 52mmSnow: 11mmDecPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 34mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 14inFebPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 10inMarPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 5inAprPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 4inDecPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 13in
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Kharkiv is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 578 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 48 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 61 mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 27 mm. That's 34 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 122cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 35cm.Kharkiv is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 2.4 in of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1.1 in. That's 1.3 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 48in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 14in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Kharkiv is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Kharkiv is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-3°26°F
Feb-2°28°F
Mar3°37°F
Apr10°51°F
May15°59°F
Jun20°69°F
Jul22°72°F
Aug22°71°F
Sep16°61°F
Oct9°49°F
Nov3°37°F
Dec-1°30°F

The best time to visit Kharkiv is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 45 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Kharkiv is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 21°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kharkiv based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kharkiv based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-6 °C21 °F
-1 °C30 °F
15 km/h9 mph
54 mm2.1 in
35 cm14 in
Feb
-5 °C22 °F
1 °C33 °F
14 km/h9 mph
42 mm1.7 in
26 cm10 in
Mar
-1 °C30 °F
7 °C44 °F
14 km/h9 mph
39 mm1.6 in
12 cm5 in
Apr
5 °C40 °F
15 °C59 °F
13 km/h8 mph
53 mm2.1 in
3 cm1 in
May
9 °C49 °F
20 °C68 °F
12 km/h8 mph
59 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C58 °F
26 °C78 °F
12 km/h7 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C61 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
61 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
32 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
22 °C71 °F
13 km/h8 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
14 °C57 °F
13 km/h8 mph
52 mm2 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
0 °C32 °F
5 °C41 °F
14 km/h8 mph
52 mm2 in
11 cm4 in
Dec
-3 °C26 °F
1 °C33 °F
14 km/h9 mph
61 mm2.4 in
34 cm13 in