Donetsk Region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Donetsk Region, Ukraine in December.

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Mariupolʼ Svyatogorsk Donetsk Kramatorsʼk

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

What to Expect in Donetsk Region in December

Donetsk Region, Ukraine is a region in Ukraine. December in Donetsk Region generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Svyatogorsk at 1°C (34°F) to cold in Mariupolʼ at 3°C (37°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Mariupolʼ and -5°C (23°F) in Svyatogorsk. In many areas in Ukraine, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

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

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 52 mm (2 in) in Mariupolʼ.

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Mariupolʼ gets roughly 69 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Donetsk Region by month

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

January2°C (36°F) February3°C (37°F) March7°C (45°F) April14°C (57°F) May22°C (72°F) This monthJune26°C (79°F) July29°C (84°F) August28°C (82°F) September22°C (72°F) October15°C (59°F) November8°C (46°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Donetsk Region in December

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

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 Donetsk Region

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Donetsk Region, Ukraine?

Temperature range in Donetsk Region (December)

Precipitation variation in Donetsk Region (December)

Mariupolʼ

In December Mariupolʼ generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
99 hours
69 hours
73 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
52 mm (2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mariupolʼ →

Svyatogorsk

In December Svyatogorsk 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.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
51 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Svyatogorsk →

Donetsk

In December Donetsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Kramatorsʼk

In December Kramatorsʼk 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.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
50 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kramatorsʼk →

Makiyivka

In December Makiyivka 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.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Makiyivka →

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

In our records: Ukraine December extremes

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

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Ukraine was -27°C (-17°F) in Luhansk on December 16, 1997.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Donetsk Region in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mariupolʼ 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Svyatogorsk 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Donetsk 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Kramatorsʼk 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Makiyivka 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Donetsk Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Donetsk Region, Ukraine in December?

Expect poor weather across Donetsk Region, Ukraine in December. The popular destination of Mariupolʼ averages 3°C (37°F) by day and -2°C (28°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Donetsk Region, Ukraine in December?

Daytime temperatures in Mariupolʼ peak at roughly 3°C (37°F) in December, dropping to about -2°C (28°F) overnight.

Does Donetsk Region, Ukraine get a lot of snow/rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Donetsk Region, Ukraine. Mariupolʼ averages only about 52 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Donetsk Region, Ukraine?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Donetsk Region, Ukraine with often poor weather in Mariupolʼ.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Mariupolʼ. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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