Kherson Weather in December

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

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Kherson Zaliznyy Port Skadovsʼk Genicheskaya Gorka

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

What to Expect in Kherson in December

Kherson, Ukraine is a region in Ukraine. December in Kherson generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Kherson. 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Kherson, Ukraine, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Kherson with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Genicheskaya Gorka with 42 mm (1.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Kherson receives roughly 34 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Kherson in December

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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 Kherson

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

Temperature range in Kherson (December)

Precipitation variation in Kherson (December)

Kherson

In December Kherson generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
82 hours
34 hours
62 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kherson →

Zaliznyy Port

In December Zaliznyy Port generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
82 hours
34 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Zaliznyy Port →

Skadovsʼk

In December Skadovsʼk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
82 hours
34 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Skadovsʼk →

Genicheskaya Gorka

In December Genicheskaya Gorka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Genicheskaya Gorka →

Nova Kakhovka

In December Nova Kakhovka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
82 hours
34 hours
62 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nova Kakhovka →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kherson, 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 Kherson in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kherson 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Zaliznyy Port 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Skadovsʼk 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Genicheskaya Gorka 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Nova Kakhovka 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Khorly 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)

Kherson weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kherson, Ukraine in December?

Kherson, Ukraine typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Kherson average around 5°C (41°F), and temperatures drop to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Kherson, Ukraine in December?

Kherson averages a daytime maximum of 5°C (41°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -2°C (28°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Kherson, Ukraine during December, with Kherson averaging close to 36 mm (1.4 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Kherson, Ukraine?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and September offering mostly perfect weather in Kherson. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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