Rostov Zoo

Museum City zoo exhibiting regional and exotic animals

In Rostov-on-Don, the city zoo keeps native and exotic mammals, birds and reptiles in landscaped enclosures; families visit for animal displays, seasonal programs and a compact, walkable collection within the city.

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Rostov Zoo
47.2526, 39.6710

Tips for Visiting Rostov Zoo #

  • Check the zoo's official site or social channels for current opening hours, ticketing rules and any announced animal‑feeding talks or special events so you can time your visit around peak activity.
  • Go on a weekday morning when animals are generally more active and local family crowds are smaller, especially during school holidays and on weekends.
  • Allow extra time if you're visiting with children-look for information at the entrance about any interactive or education areas and the best route to see larger exhibits without backtracking.

Best Time to Visit Rostov Zoo #

Best visited in spring or autumn to avoid the hottest summer days and enjoy more comfortable conditions for outdoor exhibits.

Spring
March-May · ~5-20 °C (41-68 °F)
Pleasant temperatures make outdoor zoo enclosures comfortable for animals and visitors; usually a good, less hot time to visit.
Summer (hot)
June-August · ~25-35 °C (77-95 °F)
Warm to hot weather - expect higher visitor numbers on warm weekends and plan for shade and hydration.
Winter
December-February · ~0-5 °C (32-41 °F)
Cooler conditions; some outdoor exhibits may be quieter but indoor/covered areas remain accessible.

Weather & Climate near Rostov Zoo #

Climate

Rostov Zoo'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 (585 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 58 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

46 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°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.4 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 -2°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
80%
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 (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

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

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 23°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
3.3 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 (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

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

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
2.8 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 (58 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
18° 29°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

58 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 17°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

89 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°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 (44 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

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

Weather

44 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 (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
3.3 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
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
3.8 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 -4°C. The wettest month with 65 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

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