Kharkiv, Ukraine
Major city · Population 1.4M
Kharkiv is the 2nd largest city in Ukraine with a population of approximately 1,433,886 people as of 2026. This makes it the 340th largest city in the world, accounting for 3.79% of Ukraine's total population of 37.9M. Kharkiv is classified as a major city and operates in the Europe/Kyiv timezone. The average annual temperature is 11°C with 411 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 117 meters above sea level.
Population
1,433,886
Global Rank
#340
Country Rank
#2
% of Ukraine
3.79%
Avg Temperature
11°C
Annual Rainfall
411 mm
Elevation
117 m
Timezone
Europe/Kyiv
Kharkiv on the Map
Climate in Kharkiv
Kharkiv's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jan with 69 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Ukraine at a Glance
Country Population
37,860,221
Capital
Kyiv
Region
Eastern Europe
Major Cities
71
GDP per Capita
$5,389
Life Expectancy
73.4 years
Urban Population
69.5%
Growth Rate
0.00%
Other Major Cities in Ukraine
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Kharkiv with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saltivka | 400,000 | 8 km |
| Oleksiyivka | 100,500 | 8 km |
| Rayon KTZ | 200,000 | 9 km |
| Belgorod | 345,289 | 73 km |
| Poltava | 283,402 | 130 km |
| Kyivskyi | 110,600 | 131 km |
| Shevchenko | 147,600 | 132 km |
| Sumy | 259,660 | 146 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kharkiv?
The population of Kharkiv, Ukraine is approximately 1,433,886 people, making it the 340th largest city in the world and the 2nd largest in Ukraine.
Is Kharkiv the capital of Ukraine?
No, the capital of Ukraine is Kyiv. Kharkiv is the 2nd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Kharkiv?
Kharkiv has an average annual temperature of 11°C and receives 411 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Kharkiv in?
Kharkiv is in the Europe/Kyiv timezone.