Climate Insights for Kharkiv

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.