Learn about the best times to visit Saint Petersburg

 

Saint Petersburg has a mild climate compared to other Russian cities

Because it is a marine city, as it is rare for temperatures to drop below -10 Celsius

Even in the height of winter. And despite the great writer Dostoevsky's description of the city's scorching summer

However, temperatures do not exceed 30 degrees Celsius, but high humidity dominates the city's atmosphere

Which is difficult for most visitors to bear most of the time

It is also necessary to bring rain protection clothes, whether in the summer or winter season.

And it's not just the weather, the main purpose of the trip must be taken into consideration

Where it is necessary to check the work calendar of the most important tourist areas in the city

For example, the Mariinsky Theater is closed for two months in the summer

While the fountains can be visited in Peterhof from June to October only

On the other hand, the number of festivals, holidays and celebrations that take place in St. Petersburg is increasing throughout the year.

Pale autumn St. Petersburg

A pale and short autumn sees the city return to action

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And prepare the population for the upcoming long winter in mid-October

Still, it's a great time to visit St. Petersburg, whose parks are decked out in fall colors

Which highlights the beauty of the sad city and gives it a special splendor

Autumn marks the start of the city's cultural season after the end of the August holidays

Although it is poor with wild festivals that fill summer nights

However, it certainly provides some premieres and special events.

Imperial palaces and parks look their most beautiful during this period

Particularly Pavlovsk and Orenenbaum, which sparkle with their vast gardens colored in stark reds and soft browns.

And enjoy a majestic calm that you miss during the other seasons that are crowded with tourists

This season is ideal for viewing the splendor of the stunning cathedrals and churches

Which forms a beautiful part of St. Petersburg's historical and artistic wealth.

The magical winter of St. Petersburg

The charm and splendor of St. Petersburg appears in the winter, which, despite its coldness

And its gloom, but it leaves a wonderful impression on the city, which shines with beauty when the sun shines on its snow-covered streets.

While the city's cultural life accelerates with lots of premieres and beautiful concerts

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which grace the long evenings of winter except for the winter holiday period which begins in January.

Colorful spring in St. Petersburg

 

Colorful spring begins in St. Petersburg from late March

It is considered one of the best times to visit the cultural and tourist attractions that spread throughout the city

Before its streets crowded with tourists during the summer.

Life returns to the city after a long winter

The effects of his coldness still dominate the city, whose residents tend to celebrate the beauty of spring

It features stunning panoramic views of ice flowing from Lake Ladoga through the city's canals to melt into the Gulf of Finland.

Fireworks displays and Russian street parties begin as early as May

It is called a month of celebrations all over روسيا

Which includes two important holidays in the country, which are separated by one week

It is Labor Day on the first of May and Victory Day on the ninth of it.

In terms of culture, St. Petersburg hosts the Spring Music Festival, which lasts for about a month

From late April through late May it is sponsored by the Musicians Union

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It is a festival with more eclectic names than the famous Stars of the White Nights festival

It always attracts a lot of enthusiasts and music enthusiasts. On the other hand

festival mixes'SKIFwhich usually takes place in late April between dance and electronic music

And experimental melodies and global tunes, which may have its own audience, but it has its own unique appeal.

Enjoy the cool summer of Saint Petersburg

The legendary St. Petersburg White Nights run from the end of May to the middle of July

Let the city appear in the endless twilight of enchanting beauty when the sun sinks below the horizon for more than an hour just after midnight

In a dreamy, breathtaking scene.

Darkness affects the rhythm of daily life

Where we find the residents of the city participating in the celebrations that last for two months around the clock

The streets buzz with life and people until the morning hours, as fleets of boats glide through the rivers and canals non-stop.

While the city pulses during the night with activity and vitality and witnesses the most beautiful events and festivals.

The summer season is one of the most beautiful times to visit the city, which is favored by tourists

Therefore, it is preferable to make sure of booking in advance before traveling to St. Petersburg during this period

Most of the popular sights and attractions are often very crowded.

By the end of June, all major cultural centers are closed for a holiday that lasts until September

Culture lovers are advised to visit the city during the spring and fall seasons to get the most out of their trip.

The city's summer is marked by the White Nights Stars Festival. Stars of the White Nights FestivalWorld famous

which runs until the end of June. This festival is one of the most important classical music festivals in the world

It attracts many international stars every year

It features performances of the best local talents from Russian opera and ballet companies on the stage of the Mariinsky Theatre

(known as Kirov outside of Russia).

This huge event coincides with the International Olympus Music Festival

It is a unique event that brings together young winners of the world's first music awards

With big names in the art world to deliver exceptional and wonderful performances.

On the other hand, summer is the perfect time to visit the stunning imperial palaces scattered throughout the city

And watch the famous Peter Goff Fountains, which dance from the beginning of June to the tunes of the festivities

Which decorate the beautiful city streets and parks in Pushkin and Pavlovsk

The congestion that we are witnessing in the city during this period must always be taken into consideration.