Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for September
| Metric | Minsk | Kyiv | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 16°C (61°F) | 19°C (66°F)▲ | Kyiv |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 9°C (48°F) | 11°C (52°F)▲ | Kyiv |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days | 9 days▲ | Kyiv |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 56 mm▲ | 59 mm | Minsk |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 8h/day | 9h/day▲ | Kyiv |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 20 km/h | 17 km/h▲ | Kyiv |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Kyiv edges ahead as the better destination in September. Kyiv offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Minsk sees 8 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.
Minsk sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Kyiv is also comfortable at 19°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Kyiv is the stronger choice in September. Kyiv receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Minsk reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Kyiv averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in September.
Minsk receives approximately 56 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Kyiv sees 59 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Kyiv the drier option by 1 rain day and 3 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 16°C, lows of 9°C, 10 rain days
Highs of 19°C, lows of 11°C, 9 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during September.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. September is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Minsk | Kyiv | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | -3°C | 10d | -2°C | 9d |
| Feb | -2°C | 10d | 0°C | 8d |
| Mar | 3°C | 10d | 5°C | 9d |
| Apr | 12°C | 10d | 14°C | 9d |
| May | 17°C | 13d | 20°C | 11d |
| Jun | 21°C | 13d | 23°C | 11d |
| Jul | 23°C | 13d | 25°C | 12d |
| Aug | 22°C | 11d | 24°C | 8d |
| Sep | 16°C | 10d | 19°C | 9d |
| Oct | 10°C | 11d | 12°C | 8d |
| Nov | 3°C | 10d | 5°C | 8d |
| Dec | -1°C | 10d | 0°C | 9d |
Minsk Weather in September
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