Monument to Yuri Gagarin Monument
Sculpture in Moscow honoring first human in space
In Moscow, the Monument to Yuri Gagarin honors the first human in space; space-history enthusiasts photograph the statue, read inscriptions and visit nearby museums about Soviet cosmonautics.
How to Get to Monument to Yuri Gagarin#
Metro: Reach the site via the Leninsky Prospekt area (near several metro stations on the southern radial lines). Surface transport: numerous buses and trams serve the Leninsky Prospekt corridor.
Tips for Visiting Monument to Yuri Gagarin#
- Pair a visit with the nearby Cosmonautics Museum at Prospekt Vernadskogo to see memorabilia and spacecraft replicas.
- Visit in the late afternoon if possible: the statue's gleaming surface catches Moscow light well and the surrounding park is pleasant for a short walk.
- Metro access is straightforward; leave space in the schedule for the crowded crosswalks - the square can be busy during commuting hours.
Best Time to Visit Monument to Yuri Gagarin#
Accessible year‑round; late spring through early autumn is most comfortable for visitors.
Weather & Climate near Monument to Yuri Gagarin#
Monument to Yuri Gagarin'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 (671 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 86 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
