Ninotsminda Cathedral
Temple Georgian Orthodox cathedral in Kakheti region
How to Get to Ninotsminda Cathedral #
Reachable by road from the regional centers of Kakheti; local minibuses (marshrutkas) and private car hire are common ways to access rural churches. Expect unpaved or narrow roads near the site.
Tips for Visiting Ninotsminda Cathedral #
- Attend a morning liturgy if possible-Georgian churches often reveal their acoustics and icons best during services.
- Look for local inscriptions and the mixture of architectural repairs that tell of earthquakes and restorations.
- Bring sturdy shoes for the surrounding ground which can be uneven and steep in places.
Best Time to Visit Ninotsminda Cathedral #
Spring through early autumn is the most reliable period for visiting rural Georgian churches in Kakheti.
Weather & Climate near Ninotsminda Cathedral #
Ninotsminda Cathedral's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (691 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. The driest month with just 26 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
