The best times to visit Kiev for ideal weather are
April 30th to October 7th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
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Weather in Kiev
Temperature
Average temperatures in Kiev 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 36th 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 Kiev, 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 83.7°F (28.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62°F (16.7°C) at night.
Kiev Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Kiev 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.
Kiev Perceived Temperature (F)
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Kiev Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Kiev 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) |
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Jan | 30.5 | 26 | 20.8 |
Feb | 32 | 26.5 | 20.6 |
Mar | 45.2 | 37.3 | 29.2 |
Apr | 59.5 | 50.2 | 40.1 |
May | 72.4 | 62 | 50.8 |
Jun | 78 | 68.2 | 57.2 |
Jul | 81.5 | 71.3 | 60.7 |
Aug | 80.4 | 69.3 | 57.9 |
Sep | 68.8 | 58.8 | 49.2 |
Oct | 55.5 | 46.9 | 38.1 |
Nov | 44.1 | 39 | 33.6 |
Dec | 33.6 | 29.4 | 24.7 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | -0.8 | -3.3 | -6.2 |
Feb | 0 | -3.1 | -6.3 |
Mar | 7.3 | 2.9 | -1.6 |
Apr | 15.3 | 10.1 | 4.5 |
May | 22.4 | 16.7 | 10.4 |
Jun | 25.6 | 20.1 | 14 |
Jul | 27.5 | 21.8 | 15.9 |
Aug | 26.9 | 20.7 | 14.4 |
Sep | 20.4 | 14.9 | 9.6 |
Oct | 13.1 | 8.3 | 3.4 |
Nov | 6.7 | 3.9 | 0.9 |
Dec | 0.9 | -1.4 | -4.1 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kiev are October, August, 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 early to mid July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.
When can you find snow in Kiev? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around April, especially close to late March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Kiev is often around around March 12th 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 Kiev.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kiev (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) |
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Jan | 20% | 5.8 | 1.9 |
Feb | 20% | 7.3 | 1.8 |
Mar | 17% | 7.7 | 1.6 |
Apr | 16% | 8.6 | 1.6 |
May | 24% | 0 | 2.6 |
Jun | 23% | 0 | 3.1 |
Jul | 23% | 0 | 3.1 |
Aug | 14% | 0 | 2 |
Sep | 20% | 0 | 2.7 |
Oct | 12% | 0 | 1.4 |
Nov | 17% | 3.9 | 2.2 |
Dec | 18% | 5.5 | 2.4 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 20 | 14.7 | 4.8 |
Feb | 20 | 18.5 | 4.6 |
Mar | 17 | 19.6 | 4.1 |
Apr | 16 | 21.8 | 4.1 |
May | 24 | 0 | 6.6 |
Jun | 23 | 0 | 7.9 |
Jul | 23 | 0 | 7.9 |
Aug | 14 | 0 | 5.1 |
Sep | 20 | 0 | 6.9 |
Oct | 12 | 0 | 3.6 |
Nov | 17 | 9.9 | 5.6 |
Dec | 18 | 14 | 6.1 |
Humidity and Wind
Kiev has some extremely humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (49.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (83.8%).
Wind in Kiev is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by January and December. March’s average wind speed of around 7.5 knots (8.6 MPH or 13.9 KPH) is considered “a gentle 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 15 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Kiev.
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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 | 7.4 | Gentle breeze | 11.8 | Significant breeze |
Feb | 6.7 | Light breeze | 11 | Significant breeze |
Mar | 7.5 | Gentle breeze | 13 | Significant breeze |
Apr | 6.7 | Light breeze | 12.7 | Significant breeze |
May | 6 | Light breeze | 12.3 | Significant breeze |
Jun | 6.1 | Light breeze | 12 | Significant breeze |
Jul | 5.9 | Light breeze | 12 | Significant breeze |
Aug | 5.4 | Light breeze | 11 | Significant breeze |
Sep | 5.8 | Light breeze | 11 | Significant breeze |
Oct | 5.8 | Light breeze | 10.5 | Gentle breeze |
Nov | 6.7 | Light breeze | 11 | Significant breeze |
Dec | 7.2 | Gentle breeze | 11.5 | Significant breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 80.2% |
Feb | 76.1% |
Mar | 62% |
Apr | 49.5% |
May | 53.2% |
Jun | 53.8% |
Jul | 57.4% |
Aug | 53.2% |
Sep | 63% |
Oct | 68.8% |
Nov | 80.7% |
Dec | 83.8% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Kiev?
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 Kiev, Ukraine is December, followed by August and October. 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 Kiev in January. 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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Overall Kiev Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 76.7°F (24.8°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest 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 the most precipitation with 4 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Kiev, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.
Winter (December through February)
Weather is far too cold this time of year in Kiev to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: consistently 6 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.
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