Kyiv, Ukraine Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Kyiv
Weather in Kyiv is shaped by its oceanic climate - expect mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. July afternoons typically reach 79°F (26°C), while January highs hover near 32°F (0°C). Annual precipitation averages 24.2 inches (615 mm) over about 114 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 79°F (26°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 32°F (0°C)
- Record high: 97°F (36°C) · Record low: -9°F (-23°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: July (11 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (13.5 h sun/day)
- Climate type: oceanic - mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall
- Snow: about 21 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 79°F (26°C) and overnight lows stay near 62°F (17°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 32°F (0°C) and lows around 23°F (-5°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 97°F (36°C) and dropped as low as -9°F (-23°C).
Rain, sun and snow
July is usually the wettest month. It brings about 2.7 inches (69 mm) of rain over 11 days, while September is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.5 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 21 days in a typical year, mostly from November through March.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32° | 23° | 11 | 1.7 in | 2.6 h/day | 84% |
| February | 36° | 26° | 8 | 1.6 in | 4.1 h/day | 82% |
| March | 45° | 31° | 9 | 1.6 in | 6.7 h/day | 74% |
| April | 58° | 41° | 10 | 2.1 in | 9.4 h/day | 67% |
| May | 68° | 50° | 10 | 2.4 in | 11.4 h/day | 64% |
| June | 78° | 60° | 10 | 2.4 in | 13.5 h/day | 63% |
| July | 79° | 62° | 11 | 2.7 in | 12.8 h/day | 66% |
| August | 80° | 62° | 6 | 1.5 in | 12.0 h/day | 64% |
| September | 70° | 53° | 7 | 1.4 in | 9.2 h/day | 67% |
| October | 56° | 43° | 8 | 2.2 in | 6.4 h/day | 78% |
| November | 42° | 34° | 10 | 2.1 in | 3.0 h/day | 84% |
| December | 35° | 28° | 13 | 2.4 in | 2.0 h/day | 88% |
Kyiv month by month
Kyiv weather in January
January brings highs around 32°F (0°C), lows near 23°F (-5°C), about 11 wet days and roughly 6 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Kyiv.
Kyiv weather in February
February brings highs around 36°F (2°C), lows near 26°F (-4°C), about 8 wet days and roughly 4 snowy days.
Kyiv weather in March
March brings highs around 45°F (7°C), lows near 31°F (0°C), about 9 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Kyiv weather in April
April brings highs around 58°F (14°C), lows near 41°F (5°C), about 10 wet days.
Kyiv weather in May
May brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 50°F (10°C), about 10 wet days.
Kyiv weather in June
June brings highs around 78°F (25°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 10 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Kyiv.
Kyiv weather in July
July brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), about 11 wet days - typically the hottest month and the wettest month of the year in Kyiv.
Kyiv weather in August
August brings highs around 80°F (26°C), lows near 62°F (16°C), about 6 wet days.
Kyiv weather in September
September brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 7 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Kyiv.
Kyiv weather in October
October brings highs around 56°F (13°C), lows near 43°F (6°C), about 8 wet days.
Kyiv weather in November
November brings highs around 42°F (6°C), lows near 34°F (1°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days.
Kyiv weather in December
December brings highs around 35°F (2°C), lows near 28°F (-2°C), about 13 wet days and roughly 6 snowy days.
Seasons in Kyiv
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Kyiv is mild, with daytime highs averaging 57°F (14°C) and nights around 41°F (5°C); expect showers on roughly 30 days across the season, plus around 2 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Kyiv is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 79°F (26°C) and nights around 61°F (16°C); expect showers on roughly 27 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Kyiv is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 56°F (13°C) and nights around 43°F (6°C); expect showers on roughly 25 days across the season, plus around 3 snowy days.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Kyiv brings deep cold, with daytime highs averaging 34°F (1°C) and nights around 26°F (-4°C); expect showers on roughly 32 days across the season, plus around 16 snowy days. Wind makes those temperatures feel harsher than they sound - pair the forecast winds with the wind speed converter to judge conditions on exposed skin.
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Best time to visit Kyiv
The best time to visit Kyiv is generally May to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 75°F (24°C).
Pack for Kyiv with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 62°F (17°C).
Kyiv temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.