Climate Insights for Luhansk

Луганський район, Luhansk Oblast, Ukraine

Hottest
August
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
January
-6°C low22°F low
Wettest
May
54 mm rain2.1 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Luhansk is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 485 mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 54 mm of rainfall. Luhansk 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 98cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Luhansk is temperate. The average annual temperature is 51°F and approximately 19.1 in of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 2.1 in of rainfall. Luhansk 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 22°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 38in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -3°Min: -6°FebMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -5°MarMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: -1°AprMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 5°MayMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 10°JunMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 15°JulMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 17°AugMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°SepMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 10°OctMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 5°NovMax: 6°Average: 3°Min: 0°DecMax: 1°Average: -1°Min: -3°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°FAverage: 27°FMin: 22°FFebMax: 35°FAverage: 29°FMin: 22°FMarMax: 46°FAverage: 38°FMin: 30°FAprMax: 62°FAverage: 52°FMin: 41°FMayMax: 71°FAverage: 61°FMin: 50°FJunMax: 81°FAverage: 71°FMin: 59°FJulMax: 86°FAverage: 75°FMin: 63°FAugMax: 86°FAverage: 74°FMin: 61°FSepMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 59°FAverage: 50°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 43°FAverage: 38°FMin: 32°FDecMax: 34°FAverage: 31°FMin: 26°F
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Luhansk has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°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 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Luhansk has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 64°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 22°F and the daily average is 27°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 49mmSnow: 30mmFebPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 21mmMarPrecipitation: 45mmSnow: 18mmAprPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 1mmMayPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 38mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 40mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 40mmSnow: 7mmDecPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 22mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 12inFebPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 8inMarPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 7inAprPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 3inDecPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 9in
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Snow (in)

Luhansk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 485 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 40 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 54 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 25 mm. That's 29 mm less than May, 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 98cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 30cm.Luhansk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 19.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 2.1 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 in. That's 1.1 in less than May, 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 38in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 12in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/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: 9mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Luhansk 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 15km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Luhansk 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°27°F
Feb-2°29°F
Mar4°38°F
Apr11°52°F
May16°61°F
Jun22°71°F
Jul24°75°F
Aug23°74°F
Sep17°62°F
Oct10°50°F
Nov3°38°F
Dec-1°31°F

The best time to visit Luhansk is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 36 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 Luhansk is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 22°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 Luhansk 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 Luhansk 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 °C22 °F
0 °C32 °F
15 km/h9 mph
49 mm1.9 in
30 cm12 in
Feb
-5 °C22 °F
1 °C35 °F
14 km/h9 mph
42 mm1.7 in
21 cm8 in
Mar
-1 °C30 °F
8 °C46 °F
14 km/h9 mph
45 mm1.8 in
18 cm7 in
Apr
5 °C41 °F
17 °C62 °F
13 km/h8 mph
41 mm1.6 in
1 cm0 in
May
10 °C50 °F
22 °C71 °F
12 km/h8 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C59 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C63 °F
30 °C86 °F
11 km/h7 mph
40 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C61 °F
30 °C86 °F
11 km/h7 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
23 °C74 °F
13 km/h8 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
15 °C59 °F
13 km/h8 mph
42 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
0 °C32 °F
6 °C43 °F
14 km/h9 mph
40 mm1.6 in
7 cm3 in
Dec
-3 °C26 °F
1 °C34 °F
15 km/h9 mph
44 mm1.7 in
22 cm9 in