Kharkov weather in May (Kharkiv, Ukraine)

Looking to travel to Kharkov in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Kharkov the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 22°C, while nights can cool down to about 11°C.

Kharkov in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 11 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 238 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

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

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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 Kharkov in May?

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 in May.

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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