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Kuntsevo Cemetery

Monument

Cemetery in western Moscow notable for 20th‑century graves of politicians, military figures and cultural personalities; draws visitors researching Soviet history and paying respects at memorials.

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Kuntsevo Cemetery essentials

Country: Russia
Driest months: Feb-Apr
Pay in: Ruble (р.)
Language: Russian
Emergency: 102

Kuntsevo Cemetery at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Kuntsevo Cemetery

Spring through autumn for the most comfortable walking conditions and clearer visibility of headstones and memorials.

Spring-autumn
April-October · 5-20°C
Easier walking and better visibility of monuments and memorials.

Weather & Climate near Kuntsevo Cemetery

Climate

Kuntsevo Cemetery's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (663 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 66 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-39°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -11° - -5° -13° 43 mm overcast 96% 3.4 m/s 0.0 low 7.6h
February Poor -10° - -4° -12° 34 mm overcast 96% 3.2 m/s 0.1 low 9.4h
March Poor -5° - 2° -5° 29 mm overcast 93% 3.1 m/s 0.4 low 11.7h
April Good 2° - 11° 4° 37 mm partly cloudy 83% 3.1 m/s 0.6 moderate 14.0h
May Very Good 7° - 18° 13° 49 mm partly cloudy 79% 3.2 m/s 1.1 high 16.0h
June Very Good 12° - 22° 17° 81 mm partly cloudy 79% 2.7 m/s 1.3 high 17.1h
July Very Good 14° - 23° 18° 86 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.7 m/s 1.3 high 16.6h
August Good 12° - 21° 16° 75 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.6 m/s 1.0 moderate 14.8h
September Acceptable 7° - 15° 11° 64 mm partly cloudy 82% 2.9 m/s 0.5 moderate 12.6h
October Poor 2° - 8° 2° 61 mm overcast 88% 3.2 m/s 0.2 low 10.3h
November Poor -4° - 0° -6° 54 mm overcast 94% 3.4 m/s 0.0 low 8.1h
December Poor -8° - -3° -11° 50 mm overcast 96% 3.7 m/s 0.0 low 6.9h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Kuntsevo Cemetery

Kuntsevo Cemetery is in the western part of Moscow. It is accessible by metro and local buses depending on the exact gates; consult city transit maps for directions to Kuntsevo or nearby stations, then walk or take a local bus to the cemetery entrance.

Tips for Visiting Kuntsevo Cemetery

  • If visiting graves of notable figures, verify plot locations with cemetery staff - maps are not always obvious.
  • Respect local customs: photography of graves is not universally welcomed; watch for signage or ask the caretakers.
  • Wear weather-appropriate shoes; older sections of the cemetery have uneven paths and steep slopes.