Moscow Choral Synagogue

Synagogue Historic central Moscow synagogue with ornate architecture

In central Moscow, the Choral Synagogue draws interest for its 1906 Moorish‑Revival façade, active congregation and exhibitions on Jewish history. Visitors attend services, guided tours and periodic concerts when the building is open.

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The Moscow Choral Synagogue is one of the principal synagogues in Moscow and a longstanding center for Jewish religious life in the city. The building dates from the late 19th century and occupies a central location in Moscow.

The structure houses a main prayer hall and community facilities and has been an important site for worship, cultural events and communal services for Moscow’s Jewish community. It survived the Soviet period and continued to function as a focal point of Jewish religious life into the post-Soviet era.

The synagogue sits in central Moscow within the city’s dense urban fabric and is reachable from major central districts and transport routes.

  • Community role: Located in central Moscow and long served as a principal religious and communal center for the city's Jewish population. It remained an active synagogue through periods of repression and revival.
Moscow Choral Synagogue
Mogadishu (Banaadir), Somalia
55.7556, 37.6353

How to Get to Moscow Choral Synagogue #

The mosque is in Mogadishu (Banaadir region). Due to fluctuating security conditions, international visitors should coordinate with diplomatic posts or approved local operators for access and transport.

Tips for Visiting Moscow Choral Synagogue #

  • Check ahead for serviceability and security advice - access and conditions in Mogadishu can change rapidly.
  • Dress respectfully for a religious site and be discreet with photography, following local guidance.

Best Time to Visit Moscow Choral Synagogue #

Travel to Mogadishu requires careful consultation of current security and diplomatic advice; climatic conditions are tropical and warm year-round.

Cool Season
December-February · 22-30°C
Slightly cooler coastal temperatures; travel remains subject to security considerations.
Late Winter/Early Spring
March-April · 24-32°C
Still warm; check current local guidance before travel.

Weather & Climate near Moscow Choral Synagogue #

Climate

Moscow Choral Synagogue'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 (712 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 63 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-40°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-10° -5°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.6h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
17.1h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 92 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 23°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
16.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 21°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
14.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-8° -3°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

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