Royal Kurgan

Archaeological Site Ancient burial mound from Iron Age, monumental kurgan

Ancient burial mound (kurgan) in Krasnodar Krai, of interest to archaeologists and visitors studying funerary monuments and the region’s early history.

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Royal Kurgan
Royal Kurgan (near Kerch/Krasnodar Krai region), Krasnodar Krai, Russia
45.3739, 36.5260

How to Get to Royal Kurgan #

The kurgan is accessed via regional roads from larger cities in Krasnodar Krai; local transport options vary. Check regional guides or local museums for specific directions and any visitor facilities.

Tips for Visiting Royal Kurgan #

  • Visit early to avoid local tour groups that examine the kurgan's surface; archaeological context is better explained at the nearby local museums.
  • Wear sturdy shoes - the slopes can be steep and uneven with erosion gullies.
  • If researching genealogy or local history, contact Kuban regional museums in Krasnodar for archival materials related to Scythian finds.

Best Time to Visit Royal Kurgan #

Best visited in late spring through early autumn when archaeological sites and open-air displays are easiest to inspect in comfortable weather.

Late spring-early autumn
May-September · 15-28°C
Warmer, drier conditions suitable for walking archaeological sites in the region.
Winter (milder climate)
December-February · 0-10°C
Cool but generally dry; fewer visitors though cold snaps are possible.

Weather & Climate near Royal Kurgan #

Climate

Royal Kurgan's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 28°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 44 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with 44 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.4h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).

90 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).

90 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 27°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 22°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 44 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

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