October weather forecast
Kharkiv, Ukraine

October in Kharkiv paves the way for more relaxed weather conditions, with temperatures sliding down to 12°C (53.6°F). The air begins to hold a crispness as the city moves closer to winter. A further decrease in daylight hours sets the tone for the ensuing colder months, while the regular patterns of rainfall keep the city's photography zealots busy capturing the painted autumn skies.

Temperature

Kharkiv's average high-temperature decreases in October, falling from a refreshing 19.4°C (66.9°F) in September to a cool 12°C (53.6°F). During the month of October, Kharkiv experiences a steady low-temperature average of 4.3°C (39.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Kharkiv is 78%.

Rainfall

In Kharkiv, in October, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143 rainfall days, and 517mm (20.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Kharkiv. Throughout October, there are 2 snowfall days. Throughout the year, in Kharkiv, there are 80.1 snowfall days.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:13 EEST. On the last day of October, in Kharkiv, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 16:13 EET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.