Museum of Human Anatomy Luigi Rolando

Museum Anatomy museum exhibiting medical specimens and historic models

The Museum of Human Anatomy Luigi Rolando in Turin preserves anatomical preparations, osteological collections and historical medical instruments used in teaching; niche visitors include medical students and anatomy enthusiasts.

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The Museum of Human Anatomy Luigi Rolando in Turin is a university-associated collection named after the anatomist Luigi Rolando. The museum preserves anatomical preparations, skeletal material and historic wax models that were used in medical teaching and research.

Displays focus on human anatomy and the history of anatomical study, with specimens prepared for didactic use and panels explaining anatomical structures. The museum supports academic teaching while also offering public access to anatomical collections.

The collection dates to the university’s long history of medical instruction and has been developed through donations and anatomical preparations made for teaching. It remains a reference for medical history and anatomy education.

Located in Turin, the museum sits within the city’s university district and is part of the academic and scientific institutions serving the region.

  • University collection: Named for the Italian anatomist Luigi Rolando, the museum is associated with the University of Turin and preserves anatomical preparations, osteological material and wax models used for teaching.
Museum of Human Anatomy Luigi Rolando
45.0495, 7.6804

Tips for Visiting Museum of Human Anatomy Luigi Rolando #

  • Confirm opening days and times on the university or museum website before visiting - the Museum of Human Anatomy Luigi Rolando has limited public hours and can be closed for teaching activities.
  • Contact the museum in advance about guided visits or special access; groups and researchers sometimes arrange viewings that reveal teaching specimens and historic wax models not always on general display.
  • Plan your visit so you can speak with staff or a curator; the collection's anatomical preparations and historical context are best appreciated with commentary that many casual visitors miss.

Best Time to Visit Museum of Human Anatomy Luigi Rolando #

Best visited in spring or autumn on a weekday to avoid peak summer crowds and have a quieter museum experience.

Summer (Busiest)
June-August · 20-30°C
Turin attracts summer visitors; indoor collections see higher footfall during peak tourist season.
Shoulder seasons (Best)
March-May, September-November · 5-25°C
Generally quieter and comfortable for combining the museum with other city sights-weekday mornings are often least crowded.
Winter (Lowest crowds)
December-February · -5-10°C
Lower visitor numbers make winter a good time for a quieter visit, though it will be colder outside.

Weather & Climate near Museum of Human Anatomy Luigi Rolando #

Climate

Museum of Human Anatomy Luigi Rolando's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (844 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.4h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
18° 29°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.9h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

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