Novocherkassk Cathedral

Religious Site Neo-Byzantine cathedral in Novocherkassk, Rostov Oblast

The Novocherkassk Cathedral is a large Neo-Byzantine Cossack cathedral in Rostov Oblast, notable for its domes and interior frescoes; visitors come for its architecture and links to Don Cossack history.

Main image
Novocherkassk Cathedral
Novocherkassk city centre, Rostov Oblast, Russia
47.4140, 40.1100
Daily 8:00am-18:00 (may vary for services and events)
Free to enter for worshippers and visitors; donations welcome

How to Get to Novocherkassk Cathedral #

Located in central Novocherkassk; most visitors arrive by car or local buses from Rostov-on-Don and surrounding towns. The cathedral is walkable from the town centre.

Tips for Visiting Novocherkassk Cathedral #

  • Attend a service to hear the cathedral choir - the acoustics are a highlight.
  • Climb the steps outside for panoramic city views and to see the cathedral's domes against the skyline.
  • Respect local customs inside; photography may be restricted during services.

Best Time to Visit Novocherkassk Cathedral #

Spring through autumn for easy travel and milder weather; winter is atmospheric but colder.

Summer
June-August · 18-30°C
Warm weather and frequent festivals in the city.
Spring/Autumn
April-May, September-October · 8-20°C
Pleasant for city walking and quieter visits.
Winter
November-March · -5-5°C
Cold; interior is warm but travel conditions may be affected by snow.

Weather & Climate near Novocherkassk Cathedral #

Climate

Novocherkassk Cathedral's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (568 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 54 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-7°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

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

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.7h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
50%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with 61 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

Nearby Attractions to Novocherkassk Cathedral