Weather radar Kyiv
Real-time precipitation radar · Kiew · Ukraine
Kyiv climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Kyiv shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 1° | 1.7° | 7.8° | 13.7° | 19.3° | 25° | 27.1° | 26.7° | 20.9° | 13.5° | 6.3° | 1.4° |
| Avg low (°C) | -3.4° | -4.1° | 0.2° | 4.8° | 8.9° | 14.7° | 16.5° | 15.2° | 10.4° | 5.6° | 1.3° | -2.2° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 43 | 37 | 33 | 76 | 51 | 72 | 66 | 49 | 36 | 56 | 60 | 52 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 9 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 13 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 13 |
| Sunshine hours | 77 | 127 | 212 | 245 | 356 | 370 | 387 | 363 | 260 | 178 | 72 | 54 |
| Humidity | 85% | 79% | 72% | 70% | 61% | 66% | 68% | 68% | 70% | 78% | 86% | 89% |
Best time to visit Kyiv
The best time to visit Kyiv is typically August. In this month the average high is 26.7°C, precipitation is 49 mm and sunshine duration is 363 hours. The annual average high is 13.7°C, total annual precipitation is 631 mm (126 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2701 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kyiv
How up to date is the weather radar for Kyiv?
The weather radar for Kyiv is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Kyiv?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Kyiv: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Kyiv?
The thunderstorm potential for Kyiv is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Kyiv.
What is the climate like in Kyiv?
Kyiv has an annual average high of 13.7°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 27.1°C), the coldest February (avg low -4.1°C). The wettest month is April with 76 mm, the driest March with 33 mm. Total annual precipitation is 631 mm (126 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2701 hours.