Climate Insights for Kherson

Kherson Raion, Kherson Oblast, Ukraine

Hottest
August
31°C peak88°F peak
Coldest
January
-3°C low26°F low
Wettest
June
51 mm rain2 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kherson is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 440 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 51 mm of rainfall. Kherson 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 -3°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Kherson is temperate. The average annual temperature is 54°F and approximately 17.3 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 2 in of rainfall. Kherson 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 26°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 3°Average: 0°Min: -3°FebMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -2°MarMax: 10°Average: 6°Min: 1°AprMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 6°MayMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 10°JunMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 16°JulMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 18°AugMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 18°SepMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°OctMax: 17°Average: 12°Min: 8°NovMax: 9°Average: 6°Min: 3°DecMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 0°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 37°FAverage: 32°FMin: 26°FFebMax: 41°FAverage: 35°FMin: 28°FMarMax: 51°FAverage: 42°FMin: 34°FAprMax: 62°FAverage: 52°FMin: 42°FMayMax: 71°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 61°FJulMax: 87°FAverage: 77°FMin: 65°FAugMax: 88°FAverage: 76°FMin: 64°FSepMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FOctMax: 63°FAverage: 54°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 49°FAverage: 43°FMin: 37°FDecMax: 41°FAverage: 37°FMin: 32°F
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Temperatures in Kherson 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 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Kherson vary considerably across the year, with a 62°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 26°F and the daily average is 32°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 16mmFebPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 7mmMarPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 4mmAprPrecipitation: 49mmSnow: 2mmMayPrecipitation: 49mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 51mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 24mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 35mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 45mmSnow: 4mmDecPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 7mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 6inFebPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 3inMarPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 2inAprPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 2inDecPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 3in
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Kherson is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 440 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 51 mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 24 mm. That's 27 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 39cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 16cm.Kherson is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 2 in of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.9 in. That's 1.1 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 15in annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 6in.

Wind

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

Kherson is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 13km/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 2km/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 13km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Kherson 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 December, averaging 8mph, 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 1mph 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 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan0°32°F
Feb1°35°F
Mar6°42°F
Apr11°52°F
May16°62°F
Jun22°72°F
Jul25°77°F
Aug25°76°F
Sep19°66°F
Oct12°54°F
Nov6°43°F
Dec3°37°F

The best time to visit Kherson is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 37 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Kherson is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 26°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 Kherson 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 Kherson 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
-3 °C26 °F
3 °C37 °F
13 km/h8 mph
37 mm1.5 in
16 cm6 in
Feb
-2 °C28 °F
5 °C41 °F
13 km/h8 mph
26 mm1 in
7 cm3 in
Mar
1 °C34 °F
10 °C51 °F
13 km/h8 mph
27 mm1.1 in
4 cm2 in
Apr
6 °C42 °F
17 °C62 °F
13 km/h8 mph
49 mm1.9 in
2 cm1 in
May
10 °C51 °F
22 °C71 °F
12 km/h7 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
16 °C61 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
18 °C65 °F
31 °C87 °F
11 km/h7 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
18 °C64 °F
31 °C88 °F
11 km/h7 mph
24 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
13 °C55 °F
25 °C77 °F
12 km/h7 mph
29 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
17 °C63 °F
12 km/h8 mph
35 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C37 °F
9 °C49 °F
12 km/h8 mph
45 mm1.8 in
4 cm2 in
Dec
0 °C32 °F
5 °C41 °F
13 km/h8 mph
37 mm1.5 in
7 cm3 in