Central Ukraine, Ukraine: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Central Ukraine, Ukraine? If you're planning to go to Central Ukraine, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Central Ukraine, Ukraine

Based on the climate and weather in Central Ukraine, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Central Ukraine, Ukraine by month

January

In January, Central Ukraine is frigid and very snowy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) range. At night, lows are in the 10s F (single digits below 0 C).

This is also a rainy time for Central Ukraine, with a few of the days of the month having rain. In January, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Umbrella
Fleeces
Waterproof boots
Sweaters
Thermal undergarments
Pajamas, such as sweats
Very heavy socks
Scarf
Waterproof coat
Multiple layer jacket shell
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Gloves
Insulated boots

February

February is freezing and somewhat snowy. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. It rains once in a while and snows about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sweaters
Multiple layer jacket shell
Umbrella
Pajamas, such as sweats
Waterproof boots
Scarf
Very heavy socks
Waterproof coat
Insulated boots
Fleeces
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Gloves
Thermal undergarments

March

March in Central Ukraine can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Cold weather footwear
Umbrella
Waterproof coat
Warm pants or jeans
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Heavy jacket
Sweaters
Gloves or mittens
Heavy socks
Waterproof boots

April

In April, Central Ukraine is brisk and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 50s F (low 10s C) and regularly jump into the low 60s F (mid 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C).

This is also a rainy time for Central Ukraine, with several of the days of the month having rain. In April, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Light gloves or mittens
Fleeces
Rain coat
Umbrella
Standard footwear
Jacket or coat
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof footwear
Socks

May

In May, Central Ukraine is mild and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 40s F (single digits C).

This is also a rainy time for Central Ukraine, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In May, humidity reaches as high as 50%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain coat
Waterproof footwear
Long skirts
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light jacket or fleece
Socks
Pants or jeans
Dresses
Standard footwear
Waterproof luggage
Umbrella

June

June in Central Ukraine is mild, very rainy and somewhat stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C) to low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Sandals
Umbrella
Shorts or short pants
Long and short sleeve shirts
Light footwear
Skirts
Waterproof footwear
Rain coat
Waterproof luggage
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Dresses
Sunscreen lotion

July

July in Central Ukraine is a perfect temperature and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Shorts or short pants
Skirts
Long and short sleeve shirts
Umbrella
Dresses
Sunscreen lotion
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Sandals
Waterproof luggage
Light footwear
Rain coat
Waterproof footwear

August

In August, Central Ukraine is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 50s F (low 10s C).

This is also a rainy time for Central Ukraine, with several of the days of the month having rain. In August, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sunscreen lotion
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Dresses
Light footwear
Rain coat
Shorts or short pants
Waterproof footwear
Skirts
Umbrella
Waterproof luggage
Sandals
Long and short sleeve shirts

September

September in Central Ukraine is crisp and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) to 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Socks
Standard footwear
Long skirts
Light jacket or fleece
Umbrella
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Waterproof luggage
Waterproof footwear
Rain coat
Pants or jeans

October

October in Central Ukraine is brisk and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Umbrella
Waterproof footwear
Standard footwear
Light gloves or mittens
Rain coat
Waterproof luggage
Jacket or coat
Fleeces
Warm pants or jeans
Socks

November

November in Central Ukraine can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It tends to rain regularly.

It also snows a bit less than half of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 70% to 80% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof coat
Cold weather footwear
Umbrella
Heavy socks
Heavy jacket
Gloves or mittens
Sweaters
Waterproof boots

December

December in Central Ukraine can be extremely cold, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month and snows about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Umbrella
Waterproof boots
Gloves or mittens
Heavy jacket
Warm pants or jeans
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Waterproof coat
Sweaters
Heavy socks
Cold weather footwear

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Central Ukraine, Ukraine

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Central Ukraine, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types C and F
A SIM card that works in Central Ukraine
If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate clothing
If you plan to visit a synagogue, take appropriate clothing
Appropriate museum wear

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