Kyiv, Ukraine
Capital city · Population 2.8M
Kyiv is the capital and the largest city in Ukraine with a population of approximately 2,797,553 people as of 2026. This makes it the 126th largest city in the world, accounting for 8.51% of Ukraine's total population of 32.9M. Kyiv is classified as a major city and operates in the Europe/Kyiv timezone. The average annual temperature is 11°C with 687 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 188 meters above sea level.
Population
2,797,553
Global Rank
#126
Country Rank
#1
% of Ukraine
8.51%
Avg Temperature
11°C
Annual Rainfall
687 mm
Elevation
188 m
Timezone
Europe/Kyiv
Kyiv on the Map
Climate in Kyiv
Kyiv's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jun with 132 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Ukraine at a Glance
Country Population
32,862,000
Capital
Kyiv
Region
Eastern Europe
Major Cities
71
GDP per Capita
$5,389
Life Expectancy
73.4 years
Urban Population
69.5%
Growth Rate
-0.02%
Other Major Cities in Ukraine
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Kyiv with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pechersk | 165,360 | 1 km |
| Shevchenko | 220,077 | 4 km |
| Dniprovskyi | 357,900 | 5 km |
| Solomyansk | 280,400 | 6 km |
| Obolon | 317,300 | 7 km |
| Vyhurivshchyna-Troieshchyna | 240,000 | 8 km |
| Pozniaky | 104,400 | 9 km |
| Mykilska Borshchahivka | 127,400 | 11 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kyiv?
The population of Kyiv, Ukraine is approximately 2,797,553 people, making it the 126th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Ukraine.
Is Kyiv the capital of Ukraine?
Yes, Kyiv is the capital of Ukraine.
What is the climate like in Kyiv?
Kyiv has an average annual temperature of 11°C and receives 687 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Kyiv in?
Kyiv is in the Europe/Kyiv timezone.