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Winter Palace

Russia
Best timeMay–Jun
Set inRussia
In season~64°F high
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

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21–72°F
CurrencyRUB
LanguageRussian
TimezoneUTC+03:00
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Map showing the location of Winter Palace
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jun–Jul. Go in May, Aug for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJun · 53%
WarmestJul · 72°F
WettestOct
Best windowMay–Jun
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Winter Palace is a palace in Saint Petersburg that served as the official residence of the House of Romanov, the emperors of Russia, from 1732 to 1917. The palace and its precincts now house the Hermitage Museum. The floor area is 233,345 square metres. The total area of the Winter Palace is 14.2 hectares.

Best time to visit

Aim for May–Jun, the 2 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Winter Palace?

The best time to visit Winter Palace is May–June, in Russia.

Where is Winter Palace?

Winter Palace is in Russia.

What is Winter Palace known for?

The Winter Palace is a palace in Saint Petersburg that served as the official residence of the House of Romanov, the emperors of Russia, from 1732 to 1917. The palace and its precincts now house the Hermitage Museum. The floor area is 233,345 square metres. The total area of the Winter Palace is 14.2 hectares.

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