Kyiv vs Lviv

Kyiv and Lviv are closely matched in March. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Kyiv is on the cooler side at 11°C, requiring warmer clothing. Lviv is cooler at 7°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Kyiv is the stronger choice in March. Lviv receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Kyiv reaches an average high of 11°C (52°F) and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Lviv averages 7°C (45°F) for the high and -1°C (30°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.

Kyiv receives approximately 50 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during March. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Lviv sees 49 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Kyiv the drier option by 8 rain days and 1 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.