Ukraine

Ukraine Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ukraine in January.

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Are you planning a trip a to Ukraine in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Ukraine in January

January in Ukraine generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Dragobrat at -2°C (28°F) to cold in Feodosiya at 6°C (43°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Feodosiya and -9°C (16°F) in Dragobrat. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For specific regional insights in Ukraine, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Boyany with an average of 34 mm (1.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Mizhhirʼʼya with 96 mm (3.8 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Lviv.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Lviv sees roughly 63 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

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Best Places to Visit in Ukraine in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ukraine.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Ukraine

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Ukraine?

Temperature range in Ukraine (January)

Precipitation variation in Ukraine (January)

Lviv

In January Lviv generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
38 hours
63 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lviv →

Kiev

In January Kiev generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
42 hours
64 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kiev →

Odessa

In January Odessa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
57 hours
65 hours
92 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Odessa →

Kharkov

In January Kharkov generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly snowfall
51 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kharkov →

Dnepropetrovsk

In January Dnepropetrovsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dnepropetrovsk →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ukraine.

In our records: Ukraine January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Ukraine in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Ukraine dropped to -34°C (-29°F) in Brovary on January 8, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ukraine in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lviv 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Kiev 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Odessa 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Kharkov -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Bukovel -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Zatoka 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)

Ukraine weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ukraine in January?

Expect poor weather across Ukraine in January. The popular destination of Lviv averages 1°C (34°F) by day and -5°C (23°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Ukraine in January?

Average temperatures in Ukraine during January range from a nighttime low near -5°C (23°F) to a daytime high around 1°C (34°F) in Lviv.

Does Ukraine get a lot of snow/rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Ukraine. Lviv averages only about 47 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ukraine?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Ukraine with often poor weather in Lviv.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Lviv. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Ukraine.

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