Kholodnyi Yar National Nature Park National Park
Large protected forest and steppe reserve with history
Kholodnyi Yar National Nature Park at a Glance#
How to Get to Kholodnyi Yar National Nature Park#
Kholodnyi Yar is accessible by road from regional centers in Kirovohrad Oblast; local buses may reach nearby towns, but private transport or a hired car is the most practical way to access interior trails and memorial sites. Check local park authority information for permitted access points.
Tips for Visiting Kholodnyi Yar National Nature Park#
- Check with local park authorities for guided walks focusing on historical sites and memorials, as some areas commemorate wartime events.
- Bring a field guide to regional flora - spring blooms and veteran trees are highlights often missed by casual visitors.
- Paths can be uneven; local passing lanes and small rural tracks connect the main features.
Best Time to Visit Kholodnyi Yar National Nature Park#
Best in spring and autumn for temperate conditions and accessible trails; avoid wet late-winter periods when trails can be muddy.
Spring
April-June · 10-20°C
Forests awaken and trails are pleasant for walking.
Autumn
September-November · 5-15°C
Changing foliage and cooler, drier weather favour exploration.
Weather & Climate near Kholodnyi Yar National Nature Park#
Climate
Kholodnyi Yar National Nature Park's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 26°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 50
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -1° | -9° | 35 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Poor | -7° - -1° | -9° | 35 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Acceptable | -3° - 5° | -3° | 28 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.6 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 3° - 15° | 7° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Very Good | 9° - 22° | 15° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.0h |
| June | Excellent | 13° - 25° | 19° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 61% | 2.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.8h |
| July | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 2.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.5h |
| August | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 43 mm | some cloud | 50% | 2.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.1h |
| September | Very Good | 9° - 21° | 15° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 59% | 2.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 4° - 14° | 7° | 28 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 6° | -1° | 39 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 0° | -6° | 44 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |