Monthly climate guide
Chernihiv weather in May
With highs near 21°C (69°F) and lows around 10°C (49°F), May feels mild in Chernihiv. Rainfall averages about 73 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 7°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 4°C warmer.
- May brings late spring to Chernihiv.
- It's wetter than a typical month in Chernihiv — roughly 45% more rain than average.
- Chernihiv is usually about 2°C cooler than Kropyvnytskyi, 340 km away, in May.
Avg high
21°C
69°F
Avg low
10°C
49°F
Rainfall
73 mm
some rain
Humidity
73%
relative
Sky
61%
cloud · often cloudy
Chernihiv weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4°C / 25°F | -10°C / 14°F | 47 mm | 95% | 88% |
| February | -2°C / 29°F | -8°C / 17°F | 38 mm | 94% | 84% |
| March | 5°C / 41°F | -4°C / 25°F | 42 mm | 85% | 73% |
| April | 14°C / 57°F | 3°C / 37°F | 35 mm | 74% | 64% |
| May | 21°C / 69°F | 10°C / 49°F | 73 mm | 73% | 61% |
| June | 24°C / 76°F | 14°C / 57°F | 69 mm | 70% | 58% |
| July | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 59°F | 74 mm | 68% | 61% |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 14°C / 58°F | 43 mm | 62% | 52% |
| September | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 50°F | 36 mm | 65% | 61% |
| October | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 38°F | 55 mm | 78% | 69% |
| November | 5°C / 40°F | -1°C / 30°F | 37 mm | 89% | 81% |
| December | -1°C / 30°F | -6°C / 21°F | 54 mm | 95% | 85% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Chernihiv?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Chernihiv →Other Ukraine cities in May
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Chernihiv in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Chernihiv?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Chernihiv, with highs around 21°C and about 73 mm of rain.
How warm is Chernihiv in May?
Average highs are about 21°C (69°F) and average lows about 10°C (49°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Chernihiv in May?
Chernihiv typically gets around 73 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Chernihiv (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.