Kharkiv in May
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 21°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
10°CAvg low
11Rainy days (53 mm)
15:11 hDaylight
04:56Sunrise · 20:07 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.5 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2°C | -7°C | 40 mm | 9 | – | – | 3.8 |
| February | -1°C | -7°C | 35 mm | 8 | – | – | 4.0 |
| March | 5°C | -3°C | 44 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.7 |
| April | 14°C | 4°C | 42 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.6 |
| May | 21°C | 10°C | 53 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 25°C | 14°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.7 |
| July | 27°C | 16°C | 58 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| August | 26°C | 14°C | 43 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| September | 20°C | 9°C | 45 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.8 |
| October | 12°C | 4°C | 43 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.5 |
| November | 4°C | -1°C | 38 mm | 7 | – | – | 4.9 |
| December | -1°C | -6°C | 43 mm | 9 | – | – | 4.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Kharkiv in May?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Kharkiv?
The best months are August, September, June, July.