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Exploring Elista

The city of Elista has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Elista include:

• Elista Municipal Satire Theater
• Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni
• Chess City
• Palmov Kalmykia Republican Museum of Local Lore
• Kalmykia State Art Gallery
• Republican Theater for Young Spectators
• Kalmyk National Basangov Musical Drama and Comedy Theater

When arranging your Elista getaway, you can also use ebookers to find a convenient flight to Elista (ESL-Elista Intl.) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or departure time to find the one that'll work best for you.

When is the Best Time to Explore Elista?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to visit Elista, you might find this info about seasonal weather useful when you are planning your trip. The warmest months in Elista are typically July and August, whereas the coldest months are usually January and February. The months with the most rain are May and March, whereas August and October have the least.

Here's an overview on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 8°C and at night it is -5°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 98 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 30°C during the day and 6°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 113 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 32°C and the night-time average is 15°C. Average precipitation for this season is 84 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 16°C and -2°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 86 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in Elista is 381 mm.