planetario di Ravenna
Museum Public planetarium and science center in Ravenna
Ravenna’s planetarium hosts astronomy shows and school programs; visitors come for planetarium presentations, educational events and as part of family outings within Ravenna’s museum and mosaic circuit.
The Planetario di Ravenna is a planetarium in Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, located at latitude 44.41374 and longitude 12.20837. It provides public astronomy shows and educational programming.
Audiences encounter a domed projection theatre used for star shows, live presentations, and astronomy education aimed at school groups, families, and the public. Programming typically includes guided tours of the night sky and themed multimedia presentations.
Established to provide science outreach and astronomy education to the city of Ravenna, the planetarium has operated as a local cultural-scientific facility; specific founding dates are not given here.
Situated in the municipality of Ravenna, the planetarium is within the urban area and is accessible from the city center; Ravenna is the nearest major city.
- Function: Operates as a municipal/educational planetarium serving Ravenna and the surrounding province with dome-based shows and astronomy outreach.
How to Get to planetario di Ravenna #
In Ravenna city. Reach by local bus network or a 10-30 minute taxi from the central railway station depending on the planetarium’s exact location. Cycling is popular in Ravenna and often quicker than buses for short trips.
Tips for Visiting planetario di Ravenna #
- Check the planetarium's program in advance - shows are scheduled and often in Italian.
- Arrive early to secure good seats; popular weekend shows can sell out.
- Combine a visit with Ravenna's mosaics on the same day; the two are within cycling or short taxi distance.
Best Time to Visit planetario di Ravenna #
Planetariums are best chosen by program rather than season; check the schedule and book a preferred show.
Weather & Climate near planetario di Ravenna #
planetario di Ravenna'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 0°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (668 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 81 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.