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During December, Poltava experiences very low daytime temperatures of 1°C (34°F) and cooler nights around -5°C (23°F). As part of the winter season, some snow/rainfall is to be expected.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Poltava. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Poltava - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Poltava typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 1°C (34°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -6°C (21°F) to -3°C (27°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Poltava spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Poltava between 1983 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
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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).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Poltava in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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