The best times to visit Chernihiv for ideal weather are

May 7th to September 16th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Chernihiv Travel Info

Weather in Chernihiv

Temperature

Average temperatures in Chernihiv vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 35th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Chernihiv, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 83.5°F (28.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 60.7°F (15.9°C) at night.

Chernihiv Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Chernihiv Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Chernihiv Perceived Temperature (F)

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Chernihiv Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Chernihiv Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 28.2 23.8 19.1
Feb 30 24.4 19
Mar 43.7 35.5 28.2
Apr 58.7 48.7 39
May 72 61 50
Jun 77.3 66.8 56.1
Jul 80.5 70 59.9
Aug 79.8 67.8 56.6
Sep 68.1 57.4 48.1
Oct 54 45.1 37.2
Nov 42.5 37.6 32.9
Dec 31.7 28 23.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -2.1 -4.6 -7.2
Feb -1.1 -4.2 -7.2
Mar 6.5 1.9 -2.1
Apr 14.8 9.3 3.9
May 22.2 16.1 10
Jun 25.2 19.3 13.4
Jul 26.9 21.1 15.5
Aug 26.6 19.9 13.7
Sep 20.1 14.1 8.9
Oct 12.2 7.3 2.9
Nov 5.8 3.1 0.5
Dec -0.2 -2.2 -4.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Chernihiv are October, March, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late October to early November. For example, on the week of October 29th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid January with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of January 15th.

When can you find snow in Chernihiv? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Chernihiv is often around around January 15th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Chernihiv.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Chernihiv (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 23% 6.9 1.8
Feb 19% 7.7 1.7
Mar 14% 6.8 1.3
Apr 14% 4.5 1.3
May 20% 0 2.3
Jun 17% 0 2.5
Jul 27% 0 3.9
Aug 15% 0 1.8
Sep 17% 0 1.9
Oct 12% 0 1.3
Nov 17% 2.7 2
Dec 21% 4 2.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 23 17.5 4.6
Feb 19 19.6 4.3
Mar 14 17.3 3.3
Apr 14 11.4 3.3
May 20 0 5.8
Jun 17 0 6.4
Jul 27 0 9.9
Aug 15 0 4.6
Sep 17 0 4.8
Oct 12 0 3.3
Nov 17 6.9 5.1
Dec 21 10.2 5.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Chernihiv has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (52.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (82.9%).

Wind in Chernihiv is usually calm. The windiest month is December, followed by January and March. December’s average wind speed of around 6.8 knots (7.8 MPH or 12.6 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 11.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Chernihiv.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.6 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.9 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Mar 6.6 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Apr 6.1 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
May 5.4 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.4 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.1 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Aug 5 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.1 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.1 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Nov 6 Light breeze 8.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 6.8 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 79.4%
Feb 75%
Mar 63.8%
Apr 52.1%
May 55%
Jun 56.6%
Jul 60.8%
Aug 56.5%
Sep 65%
Oct 71%
Nov 81.1%
Dec 82.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Chernihiv?

Our best data indicates this area is generally not safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are very strong travel warnings for Ukraine; avoid all travel. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 29, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Chernihiv, Ukraine is January, followed by April and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Chernihiv in September. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 53.3 in September means 53.3% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Chernihiv Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 35.6°F (2°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 5 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Chernihiv, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 70.9°F (21.6°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Chernihiv to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 35.6°F (2°C) and 23.6°F (-4.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 7 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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