Lviv features a humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters and pleasantly warm summers. The city experiences dramatic seasonal changes, with spring and autumn bringing rapid shifts in temperature, rainfall, and daylight. Abundant precipitation, frequent fog, and notable winds make Lviv a destination of striking contrasts and vibrant seasonal character.
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Lviv’s climate is shaped by its inland location and elevation, resulting in four distinct seasons and significant temperature swings. Winters (December–February) are cold and snowy, with average highs near 0°C and lows often dropping to –5°C or lower. Cold spells can bring temperatures below –20°C, and fog is common during stable weather. Snowfall is frequent, and humidity is high, making the cold feel sharper. Sunshine is limited to 1–3 hours per day, and daylight is shortest in December and January.
Spring (March–May) brings a gradual warming, with highs rising from 5–14°C in March to 18–22°C by May. Rainfall increases, especially in May, which is among the wettest months, and blooming parks make the city lively. Summers (June–August) are warm and generally pleasant, with average highs of 21–24°C and occasional peaks above 32°C during short heatwaves. Nights are cool (12–14°C), and humidity is lower than in winter. July is the wettest month, with up to 115 mm of rain and frequent thunderstorms, but sunshine is abundant, averaging 7–8 hours per day. Autumn (September–November) is mild to cool, with highs dropping from 18°C in September to 5°C in November. Rain and fog increase, and the city’s parks turn vibrant with autumn colours. Annual precipitation averages 780–860 mm, with the wettest months in late spring and summer. Lviv enjoys about 1,500–1,700 hours of sunshine per year, and winds are generally moderate but can be brisk during storms or cold snaps.
| Average climate data for Lviv, Ukraine | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | -0 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 19 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 20 | 13 | 8 | 2 | 25 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | -5 | -4 | -0 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 2 | -3 | -5 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 29 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 81 | 72 | 67 | 40 | 25 | 32 | 22 | 36 | 494 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 8 | 7 | 13 | 16 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 161 |
| Average snowfall (mm) | 135 | 100 | 68 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 34 | 132 | 494 |
| Average snowfall days (days) | 16 | 13 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 57 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 89 | 89 | 79 | 70 | 76 | 76 | 74 | 70 | 74 | 79 | 84 | 88 | 79 |
| Average wind speed (km/h) | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 12 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 8 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 2 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 6 |
| Average cloud coverage (%) | 73 | 70 | 59 | 43 | 46 | 43 | 39 | 31 | 40 | 46 | 52 | 67 | 51 |
| Average UV index | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
The best time to visit Lviv is from May to September, when temperatures are mild to warm (18–24°C), daylight is long, and the city is lively with festivals, outdoor cafés, and blooming or golden parks. These months offer ideal conditions for sightseeing, enjoying local events, and experiencing Lviv’s vibrant atmosphere.
The least favourable time to visit is from December to February, when Lviv is coldest, daylight hours are shortest, and snow, rain, and fog are frequent. While winter brings festive charm and Christmas markets, outdoor activities can be limited by chilly, damp, and unpredictable weather.
Lviv has a humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters and warm, pleasant summers. Spring and autumn are mild but variable, with moderate rainfall and dramatic changes in daylight and temperature.
Summer temperatures in Lviv typically reach 21–24°C, but short heatwaves can push highs above 32°C. Nights are cool, and thunderstorms are common, especially in July and August.
Yes, snow is common in Lviv from December to March, especially in January and February. Frosty nights and occasional heavy snowfalls are typical, transforming the city into a winter wonderland.
Rain falls year-round, but May, June, and July are usually the wettest months. Showers and thunderstorms are frequent in summer, so carrying an umbrella is recommended for all seasons.
Lviv enjoys about 1,500–1,700 hours of sunshine annually. July is the sunniest month, with up to 8 hours of sunshine per day, while December is the darkest, with less than 2 hours daily.
Bring warm, waterproof layers and insulated boots for winter. In spring and autumn, pack layers and a rain jacket. For summer, light, breathable clothes, sun protection, and an umbrella are essential for sudden showers.
Winds are generally moderate, but can be brisk during storms or cold snaps. Humidity is high in winter (up to 90%), drops to 60–70% in summer, and rises again in autumn.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is August (25.1 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is January (-0.5 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 13.1 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is July (13.8 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is January (-5.1 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 4.8 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is May (81 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is November (22 mm). Over the whole year there are 494.1 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is June (20.8 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is February (7.4 days). Over the whole year there are 161.3 days of rain on average.
The month with the most snowfall is January (134.7 mm). The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0 mm). Over the whole year there are 493.9 mm of snowfall on average.
The month with the most days of snowfall is January (15.9 days). The months with the fewest days of snowfall are May, August and September (0 days). Over the whole year there are 56.9 days of snowfall on average.
The month with the highest average relative humidity is January (89.2 %). The month with the lowest average relative humidity is August (69.9 %). The overall average relative humidity over the whole year is 79.1 %.
The windiest month, with the highest average wind speed, is December (14.2 km/h). The calmest month, with the lowest average wind speed, is August (9.6 km/h). The overall average wind speed over the whole year is 11.8 km/h.
The month with the cloudiest skies, so the highest cloud coverage, is January (73.2 %). The month with the clearest skies, so the lowest cloud coverage, is August (31.2 %). Over the whole year there is an average cloud coverage of 50.7 %.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is June (Average daylight: 16 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is December (Average daylight: 8 h). Over the whole year there are 11.8 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is August (Average sunshine: 10.1 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is January (Average sunshine: 2 h). Over the whole year there are 6.3 h of sunlight per day on average.
The months with the highest average UV index are June, July and August (UV index: 5). The months with the lowest average UV index are January and December (UV index: 1). Over the whole year the average UV index is 3.
