Climate of Kyiv, Ukraine
Area-weighted average across Kyiv. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kyiv, a subdivision of Ukraine, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -4.4°C / 24.1°F in January to 19.2°C / 66.6°F in July, with rainfall from 32 mm / 1.3 in to 85 mm / 3.3 in depending on the season (598 mm / 23.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4.4°C24.1°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| February | -3.3°C26.1°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Snowy |
| March | 1.2°C34.2°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| April | 8.7°C47.7°F | 44 mm1.7″ | — |
| May | 14.9°C58.8°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| June | 18°C64.4°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| July | 19.2°C66.6°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| August | 18.7°C65.7°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| September | 13.7°C56.7°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| October | 8°C46.4°F | 35 mm1.4″ | — |
| November | 1.7°C35.1°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
| December | -2.1°C28.2°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kyiv?
Kyiv, Ukraine does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 19.2°C / 66.6°F, and the driest is March at 32 mm / 1.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Kyiv?
Kyiv, Ukraine has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -4.4°C / 24.1°F in January to 19.2°C / 66.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 598 mm / 23.5 in, with the wettest month being July (85 mm / 3.3 in) and the driest March (32 mm / 1.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kyiv?
The hottest month in Kyiv is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.2°C / 66.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Kyiv?
The coldest month in Kyiv is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -4.4°C / 24.1°F.
When does it rain most in Kyiv?
The wettest month in Kyiv is July, averaging about 85 mm / 3.3 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 32 mm / 1.3 in.