Nurulla Mosque

Mosque Historic Tatar mosque in Kazan with ornate architecture

A historic mosque in Kazan’s urban fabric; visitors interested in Tatar religious life and Islamic architecture include it on walks through the city’s mosques and historic quarters.

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Nurulla Mosque
Nurulla Mosque (Nurulla Camii), Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia
55.7829, 49.1146

How to Get to Nurulla Mosque #

Nurulla Mosque is within Kazan city and can be reached by local bus or taxi from central Kazan. The city’s public transport connects major landmarks including the Kremlin and Republic Square; check local routes for the closest stop.

Tips for Visiting Nurulla Mosque #

  • Observe prayer times when planning visits; certain areas might be closed or reserved.
  • Notice the mosque's mix of Russian and Tatar architectural details - small elements tell a larger cultural story.
  • Local guides can often point out inscriptions and interior features not explained on visitor signage.

Best Time to Visit Nurulla Mosque #

Best visited in late spring through early autumn for comfortable walking; check local prayer times for entry availability.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 15-28°C
Warm weather for exploring Kazan's city streets and mosque exteriors.
Spring/Autumn
May, Sep-Oct · 5-18°C
Pleasant for walking and combining mosque visits with the Kremlin and Kremlevskaya embankment.

Weather & Climate near Nurulla Mosque #

Climate

Nurulla Mosque'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 24°C. Moderate rainfall (515 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 -1°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 (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 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 (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

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

Weather

36 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 64 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

64 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 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

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

Weather

63 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
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

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
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

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°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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