Solidarnost Samara Arena

Stadium Samara football stadium used during 2018 World Cup

Samara’s Solidarnost (Samara Arena) sits near the Volga and hosted 2018 World Cup matches; visitors attend games, stadium tours and riverside promenades.

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Solidarnost Samara Arena is a football stadium in Samara Oblast built to host matches for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, with a capacity of around 44,000 spectators. Its distinctive exterior and riverside siting make it a prominent feature on the Samara waterfront.

The stadium’s design provides uninterrupted views of the pitch from a single-tiered bowl and includes public plazas and access routes aligned with nearby transport links. The riverside location offers external viewpoints over the Volga from the stadium precinct.

Constructed in the lead-up to the 2018 World Cup, the venue remains in use for domestic football and events and serves as one of the city’s major sports facilities.

The stadium stands on the Volga River’s bank within Samara city limits and is accessible from Samara’s urban transport network.

  • Capacity and event history: Capacity is approximately 44,000 and the stadium was completed for the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
  • Riverside setting: The venue sits on the Volga River's banks, giving the stadium a prominent riverside location in Samara.

What to See #

  • Main bowl: The main spectator bowl seats roughly 44,000 spectators and was built to host several matches during the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
  • Embankment and promenades: A riverside embankment and public promenades lie near the stadium, offering views toward the Volga and cityscape from the outside concourses.
Solidarnost Samara Arena
Samara, Russia
53.2775, 50.2377

How to Get to Solidarnost Samara Arena #

The stadium is located on the banks of the Volga in Samara; from Samara city center it is reachable by local bus or taxi-expect a 15-25 minute trip depending on traffic. Check local transit options on event days.

Tips for Visiting Solidarnost Samara Arena #

  • Match and concert schedules determine access-check with the stadium operator in advance.
  • The arena is in the Kirovsky district-use public transport to avoid event-day congestion.
  • Nearby cafés and parks are good spots to see the stadium façade without entering the complex.

Best Time to Visit Solidarnost Samara Arena #

Visit in late spring through early autumn for the most pleasant conditions.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 18-30°C (64-86°F)
Pleasant weather for events and sightseeing.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
December-February · -10-0°C (14-32°F)
Very cold; events still take place but outdoor access is brisk.

Weather & Climate near Solidarnost Samara Arena #

Climate

Solidarnost Samara Arena's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (537 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 52 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-40°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-15° -8°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
7.9h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-15° -7°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. The driest month with just 25 mm and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -3°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
15.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
16.7h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 26°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
16.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
14.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -5°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.3h daylight

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