National Museum of the Republic of Tatarstan Museum

Regional museum in Kazan with Tatar cultural exhibits

Museum in Kazan showcasing Tatar history, archaeology and cultural artifacts; visitors explore exhibits on regional languages, crafts and historical figures.

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National Museum of the Republic of Tatarstan, Kazan, Russia
55.7955649, 49.1101587
Hours
Tue-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm, closed Mondays (typical; verify locally)
Admission
Admission typically modest; check museum for latest fees
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How to Get to National Museum of the Republic of Tatarstan#

Located in Kazan; accessible on foot from the Kremlin area and by local buses and trams. Confirm opening times with local tourism resources.

Tips for Visiting National Museum of the Republic of Tatarstan#

  • Visit with time to explore the broader collections that include Tatar and Volga region material.
  • Guided tours in Russian or Tatar can provide valuable context for the exhibits.
  • Check for temporary exhibitions that focus on regional crafts and history.

Best Time to Visit National Museum of the Republic of Tatarstan#

Late spring to early autumn is ideal for combining museum visits with walking Kazan's historical sites.

Summer
June-August · 15-25°C
Warm days good for walking around Kazan's Kremlin and combining visits.
Late spring/early autumn
May, September · 10-20°C
Pleasant weather and fewer crowds in the historic centre.

Weather & Climate near National Museum of the Republic of Tatarstan#

Climate

National Museum of the Republic of Tatarstan'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 -15°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (517 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 54 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-41°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-15° – -8°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.6h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-14° – -7°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 25 mm and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8° – -1°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

5°
Feels Like Cold
5°C
Temperature
1° – 9°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
8° – 18°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 65 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° – 23°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
17.1h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° – 25°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° – 22°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
7° – 16°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

4°
Feels Like Cold
4°C
Temperature
1° – 7°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-6° – -1°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° – -5°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

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