Kharkov weather in May (Kharkiv, Ukraine)

What does the weather outlook for Kharkov look like in May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

During May, Kharkov is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 22°C, while nights can cool down to about 11°C.

Precipitation

Kharkov in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 11 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 238 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kharkov climate page with graphs.

 

Kharkov, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 36%  

Precipitation 57 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 57% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 238 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Charkow, Ukraine (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Ukraine in May

Find out more about the weather in Ukraine and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Kharkov, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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