Rostov Arena

Stadium Rostov-on-Don stadium built for the 2018 World Cup

Built for the 2018 World Cup, Rostov Arena sits near the Don River in Rostov-on-Don and hosts FC Rostov matches and events. Visitors attend league games and take occasional stadium tours.

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Rostov Arena is a purpose-built football stadium in Rostov-on-Don, Rostov Oblast, Russia, completed for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. It serves as the home ground for local football clubs and as a multi-use sporting venue.

The stadium features a bowl-shaped seating configuration, modern facilities for players and spectators and a pitch meeting international standards. It hosted several World Cup matches in 2018 and is used for domestic league fixtures and events.

Construction and fit-out took place in the years leading up to the World Cup, with the stadium opening in 2018. Since the tournament it has continued to function as a regional sports venue.

The arena is located in Rostov-on-Don on the southern edge of the city in Rostov Oblast, with road links to the city centre and surrounding areas.

  • Capacity and World Cup: The stadium was one of the venues for the 2018 FIFA World Cup and has a seated capacity of approximately 45,000 spectators.
Rostov Arena
Rostov Arena, Rostov-on-Don, Rostov Oblast, Russia
47.2083, 39.7417
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How to Get to Rostov Arena #

Rostov Arena is in Rostov-on-Don on the Don River; it is served from the city by local buses, marshrutkas and taxis from Rostov city centre. By car it is accessible from the city’s main roads; Platov International Airport serves Rostov-on-Don and is typically a drive of around 30-45 minutes to the city depending on traffic.

Tips for Visiting Rostov Arena #

  • Check the stadium's event calendar before travelling-Rostov Arena is only regularly accessible during matches and official events, and non-event public access is limited.
  • On match days arrive at least 60-90 minutes early to clear security and avoid heavy traffic flows; use public transport or official fan shuttles where offered and follow stadium signage to the designated spectator entrances.
  • If you can't attend an event, view the arena from the Don River embankment and nearby promenades-the illuminated exterior and riverside setting are often missed by visitors who focus only on getting inside.

Best Time to Visit Rostov Arena #

If you want the full experience go on a match or event day (check the fixture list); for quieter visits choose non‑event times or weekday tours.

Match/event days (best for atmosphere)
Varies with schedule · 20-30°C in summer; -5-5°C in winter (Rostov-on-Don)
Attend on match or event days for full stadium atmosphere-check the event schedule and buy tickets in advance.
Off‑season/weekday visits (quieter)
Jun-Aug & Dec-Feb (no fixed pattern) · 20-30°C in summer; -5-5°C in winter (Rostov-on-Don)
Outside events the stadium is much quieter; guided tours (if available) and non‑match visits avoid large crowds.

Weather & Climate near Rostov Arena #

Climate

Rostov Arena'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 (581 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 61 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-31°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° – -1°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.9 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 (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6° – 1°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

2°
Feels Like Cold
2°C
Temperature
-1° – 6°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
4.3 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 (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
6° – 16°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 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 12°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° – 23°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

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

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° – 27°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

61 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 18°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° – 29°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.7 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 (43 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° – 28°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° – 22°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
5° – 14°
70%
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

3°
Feels Like Cold
3°C
Temperature
0° – 6°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with 66 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3° – 2°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

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