Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
| Metric | Chisinau | Kyiv | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 22°C (72°F)▲ | 20°C (68°F) | Chisinau |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 11°C (52°F)▲ | 10°C (50°F) | Chisinau |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days | 11 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 54 mm▲ | 63 mm | Chisinau |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 12h/day▲ | 11h/day | Chisinau |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 17 km/h | Chisinau |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Chisinau edges ahead as the better destination in May. Chisinau offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Kyiv sees 11 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.
Chisinau sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Kyiv is also comfortable at 20°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May. Chisinau receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Chisinau reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 11°C (52°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Kyiv averages 20°C (68°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.
Chisinau receives approximately 54 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Kyiv sees 63 mm over 11 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 22°C, lows of 11°C, 11 rain days
Highs of 20°C, lows of 10°C, 11 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during May.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Chisinau | Kyiv | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 2°C | 7d | -2°C | 9d |
| Feb | 4°C | 6d | 0°C | 8d |
| Mar | 9°C | 8d | 5°C | 9d |
| Apr | 16°C | 9d | 14°C | 9d |
| May | 22°C | 11d | 20°C | 11d |
| Jun | 26°C | 10d | 23°C | 11d |
| Jul | 28°C | 9d | 25°C | 12d |
| Aug | 28°C | 7d | 24°C | 8d |
| Sep | 22°C | 7d | 19°C | 9d |
| Oct | 15°C | 6d | 12°C | 8d |
| Nov | 8°C | 6d | 5°C | 8d |
| Dec | 3°C | 7d | 0°C | 9d |
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