Alexander Column (Rostov-on-Don)

Monument Monumental column in Rostov-on-Don commemorating Alexander

A commemorative column in Rostov-on-Don’s city centre that visitors see while exploring the riverfront, central squares and downtown architecture.

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Alexander Column (Rostov-on-Don)
Rostov-on-Don, Rostov Oblast, Russia (approx. 47.2277639 N, 39.7491333 E)
47.2278, 39.7491
Public monument (accessible at all times)

How to Get to Alexander Column (Rostov-on-Don) #

Located in the city center of Rostov-on-Don; reach it on foot from the riverside embankment or by local bus and tram routes that serve the downtown area.

Tips for Visiting Alexander Column (Rostov-on-Don) #

  • Visit early to avoid crowds and catch clean light for photographs.
  • The column is in a public square - combine it with a walk through Rostov-on-Don's riverside embankment.
  • Look for inscriptions or plaques at the base that explain the column's dedication.

Best Time to Visit Alexander Column (Rostov-on-Don) #

City monuments are accessible year-round; spring and autumn provide the most comfortable weather for walking.

Late spring/early summer
May-June · 10-25°C
Pleasant for riverside walks and outdoor sightseeing.
Early autumn
September-October · 8-20°C
Cooler days and less tourist traffic.

Weather & Climate near Alexander Column (Rostov-on-Don) #

Climate

Alexander Column (Rostov-on-Don)'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 -7°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (604 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 61 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-31°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 23°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.7h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
18° 29°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 28°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 22°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with 67 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

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