Monthly climate guide
Donetsk weather in August
With highs near 31°C (87°F) and lows around 17°C (63°F), August feels hot in Donetsk. Rainfall averages about 28 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 7°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Just 110 km apart, but Donetsk runs about 2°C warmer than Mariupol this month.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 14°C.
- Seasonally, August counts as late summer in Donetsk.
- It cools down fast from here: September is about 6°C cooler.
August is typically Donetsk's warmest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
31°C
87°F
Avg low
17°C
63°F
Rainfall
28 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
47%
relative
Sky
43%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Donetsk weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2°C / 28°F | -9°C / 17°F | 55 mm | 94% | 85% |
| February | 0°C / 32°F | -7°C / 19°F | 37 mm | 91% | 78% |
| March | 8°C / 46°F | -3°C / 27°F | 39 mm | 80% | 69% |
| April | 16°C / 60°F | 4°C / 38°F | 43 mm | 73% | 61% |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 51°F | 53 mm | 69% | 57% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 60°F | 50 mm | 58% | 52% |
| July | 30°C / 87°F | 17°C / 63°F | 46 mm | 51% | 49% |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 17°C / 63°F | 28 mm | 47% | 43% |
| September | 24°C / 75°F | 11°C / 52°F | 33 mm | 54% | 50% |
| October | 16°C / 60°F | 4°C / 40°F | 34 mm | 69% | 61% |
| November | 6°C / 44°F | -2°C / 29°F | 33 mm | 82% | 74% |
| December | 1°C / 34°F | -5°C / 23°F | 45 mm | 91% | 84% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Is August a good time to visit Donetsk?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Donetsk →Other Ukraine cities in August
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Donetsk in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Donetsk?
August is a reasonable time for Donetsk: highs around 31°C and about 28 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Donetsk in August?
Average highs are about 31°C (87°F) and average lows about 17°C (63°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Donetsk in August?
Donetsk typically gets around 28 mm of rain in August — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Donetsk (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.