Ukraine

Ukraine Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Ukraine this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Ukraine in May

May in Ukraine generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Dragobrat at 16°C (61°F) to warm in Nova Kakhovka at 24°C (75°F). At night it cools down to 12°C (54°F) in Nova Kakhovka and 6°C (43°F) in Dragobrat.

To explore the conditions in Ukraine in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Feodosiya with an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) to high rainfall in Guta with 145 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Lviv gets approximately 227 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Ukraine by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ukraine — and find the best time to visit. (based on Lviv)

January1°C (34°F) February3°C (37°F) March8°C (46°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ukraine in May

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Ukraine?

Temperature range in Ukraine (May)

Precipitation variation in Ukraine (May)

Lviv

In May Lviv generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
227 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Lviv →

Kiev

In May Kiev generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
257 hours
274 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kiev →

Odessa

In May Odessa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
293 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Odessa →

Kharkov

In May Kharkov generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
238 hours
263 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kharkov →

Dnepropetrovsk

In May Dnepropetrovsk generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lviv 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Kiev 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Odessa 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Kharkov 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Bukovel 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Zatoka 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)

Ukraine weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ukraine in May?

Ukraine typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Lviv average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Ukraine in May?

In Lviv, the average daytime high in May is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Ukraine get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Ukraine. Lviv averages only about 97 mm (3.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Ukraine?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Ukraine with overall perfect weather in Lviv. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, August and September provide perfect weather in Lviv. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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