The best times to visit Lviv for ideal weather are

May 14th 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 Lviv Travel Info

Weather in Lviv

Temperature

Average temperatures in Lviv vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 24th 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 Lviv, 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 79.5°F (26.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 58.2°F (14.6°C) at night.

Lviv Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Lviv 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.

Lviv Perceived Temperature (F)

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Lviv Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Lviv 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 33.1 28.2 22.3
Feb 34.9 28.8 22.1
Mar 46.1 37.9 29.7
Apr 58.7 49.1 38.4
May 67.7 57.8 46.7
Jun 73.6 63.9 53.3
Jul 77.1 67.3 56.8
Aug 77.2 66.5 55.3
Sep 66.6 56.9 47.1
Oct 55.6 46.9 38.6
Nov 46.4 39.8 33.4
Dec 35.7 30.6 24.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.6 -2.1 -5.4
Feb 1.6 -1.8 -5.5
Mar 7.8 3.3 -1.3
Apr 14.8 9.5 3.6
May 19.8 14.3 8.2
Jun 23.1 17.7 11.8
Jul 25.1 19.6 13.8
Aug 25.1 19.2 12.9
Sep 19.2 13.8 8.4
Oct 13.1 8.3 3.7
Nov 8 4.3 0.8
Dec 2.1 -0.8 -4.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Lviv are October, April, and then August. 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 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Lviv? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Lviv is often around around February 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 Lviv.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Lviv (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 25% 3 2.4
Feb 23% 4.4 1.9
Mar 22% 3.2 2.4
Apr 21% 0.8 2
May 26% 0 4.4
Jun 30% 0 3.4
Jul 31% 0 3.8
Aug 21% 0 3.1
Sep 21% 0 2.9
Oct 19% 1.7 2
Nov 21% 2.4 1.7
Dec 24% 2.4 2.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 25 7.6 6.1
Feb 23 11.2 4.8
Mar 22 8.1 6.1
Apr 21 2 5.1
May 26 0 11.2
Jun 30 0 8.6
Jul 31 0 9.7
Aug 21 0 7.9
Sep 21 0 7.4
Oct 19 4.3 5.1
Nov 21 6.1 4.3
Dec 24 6.1 5.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Lviv has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (54.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (80.9%).

Wind in Lviv is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by January and November. March’s average wind speed of around 7.1 knots (8.1 MPH or 13.1 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 14.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.8 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Mar 7.1 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
Apr 5.9 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
May 5.1 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Jun 4.9 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Jul 4.8 Light breeze 10.7 Significant breeze
Aug 4.4 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.1 Light breeze 10.5 Significant breeze
Oct 5.5 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 6.7 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Dec 6.4 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 77.5%
Feb 73.8%
Mar 62.9%
Apr 54.1%
May 61.5%
Jun 63.9%
Jul 65.1%
Aug 62.5%
Sep 69.7%
Oct 72.1%
Nov 78.2%
Dec 80.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Lviv?

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 Lviv, Ukraine is July, followed by September 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 Lviv in November. 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 60.3 in November means 60.3% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Lviv Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 70.9°F (21.6°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 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 the most precipitation with 6 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Lviv, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 39.3°F (4.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: approximately 6 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Lviv to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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