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Kharkiv, Kharkiv Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Kharkiv, Kharkiv?
Kharkiv, Kharkiv gets 597 mm of precipitation a year over about 151 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 26°C) and January the coldest (average low -8°C).
Humid continental climate
Kharkiv, Kharkiv has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -3°C in January to 26°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -8° | -2° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 3° | 12° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 14° | 25° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 3° | 11° |
How much rain does Kharkiv get?
Kharkiv gets 597 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 151 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 67% of Russia.
July is the wettest month, with 74 mm. April is the driest, with 37 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 18.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 22 days, to October 6, 2024.
Kharkiv weather by month
Kharkiv weather in January
In January, Kharkiv averages a high of -3°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 9°C (2023) and the record low is -33°C (1987).
Kharkiv weather in February
In February, Kharkiv averages a high of -2°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 18% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 12°C (1990) and the record low is -34°C (1985).
Kharkiv weather in March
In March, Kharkiv averages a high of 4°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 21°C (2020) and the record low is -26°C (1987).
Kharkiv weather in April
In April, Kharkiv averages a high of 13°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 28°C (2024) and the record low is -9°C (2004).
Kharkiv weather in May
In May, Kharkiv averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (1999). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kharkiv weather in June
In June, Kharkiv averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (1999) and the record low is 2°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kharkiv weather in July
In July, Kharkiv averages a high of 26°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 37°C (2024) and the record low is 6°C (2009).
Kharkiv weather in August
In August, Kharkiv averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 2°C (1976). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kharkiv weather in September
In September, Kharkiv averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2015) and the record low is -4°C (1986). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kharkiv weather in October
In October, Kharkiv averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (1999) and the record low is -13°C (1976).
Kharkiv weather in November
In November, Kharkiv averages a high of 3°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 18°C (2013) and the record low is -24°C (1998).
Kharkiv weather in December
In December, Kharkiv averages a high of -2°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 12% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 10°C (2008) and the record low is -31°C (1997).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kharkiv
July is the sunniest month in Kharkiv, with estimated sunshine of 61% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 12%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 36% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Kharkiv is sunnier than 66% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in December at 87% and is lowest in August at 55%.
Kharkiv has about 6 days a year above 32°C. Kharkiv is hotter than 76% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Kharkiv
The first fall freeze in Kharkiv typically comes around October 6, and the last spring freeze around April 25. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 164 days.
Kharkiv weather records
These records cover GOTNJA during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Kharkiv station is 39°C, on August 8, 2010. The coldest is -34°C, on February 10, 1985.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 100 mm of precipitation, on July 14, 2020.
41 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Kharkiv
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -2°C and lows near -8°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 3°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 14°C.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 3°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8° | -3° | 45 mm | 18 | 84% | 15% | 9° | -33° |
| February | -8° | -2° | 40 mm | 15 | 80% | 18% | 12° | -34° |
| March | -3° | 4° | 42 mm | 14 | 68% | 33% | 21° | -26° |
| April | 3° | 13° | 37 mm | 11 | 60% | 36% | 28° | -9° |
| May | 9° | 21° | 60 mm | 12 | 57% | 43% | 33° | -3° |
| June | 13° | 24° | 63 mm | 12 | 61% | 50% | 39° | 2° |
| July | 15° | 26° | 74 mm | 11 | 59% | 61% | 37° | 6° |
| August | 13° | 26° | 39 mm | 8 | 55% | 60% | 39° | 2° |
| September | 9° | 19° | 56 mm | 10 | 55% | 52% | 33° | -4° |
| October | 3° | 11° | 53 mm | 11 | 69% | 38% | 28° | -13° |
| November | -2° | 3° | 41 mm | 13 | 84% | 15% | 18° | -24° |
| December | -7° | -2° | 47 mm | 18 | 87% | 12% | 10° | -31° |
Station: GOTNJA, 96 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Kharkiv climate questions
How much rain does Kharkiv get?
Kharkiv gets 597 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 151 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Kharkiv?
July is the wettest month in Kharkiv, with 74 mm. April is the driest, with 37 mm.
How many rainy days does Kharkiv have a year?
Kharkiv has about 151 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 18.
What is the hottest month in Kharkiv?
July is the warmest month in Kharkiv, with an average high of 26°C.
What is the coldest month in Kharkiv?
January is the coldest month in Kharkiv, with an average low of -8°C.
What is the record high temperature in Kharkiv?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Kharkiv station is 39°C, set on August 8, 2010. The record low is -34°C, on February 10, 1985.
What is the sunniest month in Kharkiv?
July is the sunniest month in Kharkiv, with estimated sunshine of 61% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Kharkiv?
The first fall freeze in Kharkiv typically comes around October 6. The last spring freeze is around April 25.
What is the best time to visit Kharkiv?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.