Moskvarium

Area Large public aquarium complex at Moscow's VDNKh

At Moscow’s VDNKh complex, the Moskvarium is a large aquarium and marine centre showcasing public tanks, themed exhibits and scheduled presentations popular with families.

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Moskvarium
Moskvarium (Moscow Oceanarium), VDNKh/Prospekt Mira area, Moscow, Russia
55.8331, 37.6186
Daily 10:00am-8:00pm (check website for seasonal variations)

How to Get to Moskvarium #

Moskvarium is located at VDNKh (Exhibition of Achievements of National Economy) in northeastern Moscow. Reachable by Metro (VDNKh station) and local buses; follow signs within the exhibition area to the aquarium entrance.

Tips for Visiting Moskvarium #

  • Book tickets in advance for popular exhibits or seasonal shows.
  • Check the daily feeding schedule for the aquarium's large marine enclosures if interested in timed displays.
  • Allow 2-3 hours for a full visit including the dolphin/penguin areas and IMAX-style presentations.

Best Time to Visit Moskvarium #

Moskvarium is an indoor attraction and is practical to visit any time of year; weekdays outside school holidays are less crowded.

All year (indoors)
January-December · Indoor climate controlled
Being an indoor aquarium, Moskvarium is visitable year-round; crowd levels depend on holidays and weekends.
Weekdays outside school holidays
September-November, February-May · Indoor
Quieter and easier access to exhibits and feeding shows.

Weather & Climate near Moskvarium #

Climate

Moskvarium'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 (666 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 64 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 (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

34 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. The driest month with just 29 mm and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

29 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 (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

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

Weather

35 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 (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 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 (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

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

Weather

80 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 85 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

85 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 (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

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

Weather

77 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 (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

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

Weather

65 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 (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 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 (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

56 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 (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

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

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