Best Time to Visit Kharkiv
Ukraine · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
The best time to visit Kharkiv is May to June and August to September, when the weather is at its most comfortable for sightseeing and time outdoors. August is the hottest month, with average highs of 29°C (85°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around -11°C (13°F). Rain is heaviest in July, at about 64 mm (2.5 in), and lightest in August, at 34 mm (1.3 in). January is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the cold.
Kharkiv weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4°C 25°F | -11°C 13°F | 50 mm | 12 | 96% | 1.5 | Poor 0 |
| February | -2°C 28°F | -9°C 15°F | 39 mm | 9 | 94% | 2.2 | Poor 1.3 |
| March | 5°C 41°F | -4°C 25°F | 40 mm | 9 | 85% | 3.7 | Poor 4.2 |
| April | 14°C 58°F | 3°C 37°F | 42 mm | 9 | 77% | 4.9 | Good 7.7 |
| May | 21°C 69°F | 9°C 49°F | 57 mm | 12 | 73% | 6.5 | Excellent 9.2 |
| June | 25°C 78°F | 14°C 57°F | 63 mm | 11 | 68% | 8.1 | Excellent 9.3 |
| July | 28°C 83°F | 16°C 61°F | 64 mm | 11 | 61% | 8.5 | Excellent 9.1 |
| August | 29°C 85°F | 16°C 61°F | 34 mm | 6 | 53% | 8.3 | Excellent 9.3 |
| September | 22°C 72°F | 10°C 50°F | 40 mm | 7 | 60% | 6.1 | Excellent 10 |
| October | 14°C 56°F | 4°C 38°F | 48 mm | 8 | 75% | 4.2 | Good 7.8 |
| November | 5°C 41°F | -2°C 29°F | 49 mm | 8 | 87% | 2.2 | Poor 4.1 |
| December | -1°C 30°F | -6°C 21°F | 56 mm | 11 | 93% | 1.2 | Poor 1 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kharkiv?
The best time to visit Kharkiv is May to June and August to September, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Kharkiv?
August is the hottest month in Kharkiv, with an average high of 29°C (85°F).
What is the coldest month in Kharkiv?
January is the coldest month in Kharkiv, with an average low of -11°C (13°F).
What is the rainiest month in Kharkiv?
July is the wettest month, with about 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain. August is the driest, with 34 mm (1.3 in).
Does it snow in Kharkiv?
Snow is possible in December to February, when daytime highs stay close to or below freezing.
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