Kiev Region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kiev Region, Ukraine in January.

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Kiev Boryspilʼ Brovary Bila Tserkva

Planning a trip to Kiev Region, Ukraine this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Kiev Region in January

Kiev Region, Ukraine is a region in Ukraine. January in Kiev Region generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Kiev. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kiev Region, Ukraine, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 42 mm (1.7 in) in Kiev. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Kiev, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Kiev experiences about 42 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

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Best Places to Visit in Kiev Region in January

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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 Kiev Region

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

Temperature range in Kiev Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Kiev Region (January)

Kiev

In January Kiev generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
42 hours
64 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kiev →

Boryspilʼ

In January Boryspilʼ generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
42 hours
64 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Boryspilʼ →

Brovary

In January Brovary generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
42 hours
64 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Brovary →

Bila Tserkva

In January Bila Tserkva generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
42 hours
64 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bila Tserkva →

Chubynske

In January Chubynske generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
42 hours
64 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Chubynske →

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In our records: Ukraine January extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Ukraine dropped to -34°C (-29°F) in Brovary on January 8, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kiev Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kiev 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Boryspilʼ 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Brovary 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Bila Tserkva 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Chubynske 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Bucha 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)

Kiev Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kiev Region, Ukraine in January?

Expect poor weather across Kiev Region, Ukraine in January. The popular destination of Kiev averages 0°C (32°F) by day and -6°C (21°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Kiev Region, Ukraine in January?

Average temperatures in Kiev Region, Ukraine during January range from a nighttime low near -6°C (21°F) to a daytime high around 0°C (32°F) in Kiev.

Does Kiev Region, Ukraine get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Kiev Region, Ukraine during January, with Kiev averaging close to 42 mm (1.7 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Kiev Region, Ukraine?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Kiev, January may not be the ideal time to visit Kiev Region, Ukraine.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Kiev. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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