Where to stay
Neighborhood guide
The historic center near the kremlin keeps most sights and transit links within a compact, walkable area, while outer districts along the Volga delta are quieter and better reached by bus or tram.
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Astrakhan, Astrakhan Oblast, Russia uses Europe/Astrakhan, currently +04 (UTC+04:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Astrakhan is a city in Russia, with a population of about 533,900. Unlike many places, it does not observe daylight saving time.
Time zone
UTC offset
UTC+04:00
Country
🇷🇺 Russia
Population
533,925
Calling code
+7
Currency
RUB
Astrakhan vs. other major cities
Shift date & time
−12h+12h
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- Sunrise / sunset
- 07:11 / 17:53
- Day length
- 10h 41m
Astrakhan, beyond the clock
Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
What to see
Timed to the light
The old kremlin and riverside areas are pleasant to explore in the milder spring and autumn months, avoiding the intense summer heat typical of this semi-arid region. Winters are cold, with the delta offering a stark, quiet landscape.
Weather & daylight
October
- Sunrise
- 07:11
- Sunset
- 17:53
- Daylight
- 10h 41m
Getting around
Transit notes
Buses and trams cover most of the city, and the historic center is easy to explore on foot. Taxis are also widely available for longer or less familiar trips. Planning routes a little ahead of time can help avoid the busiest stretches.
Best time to visit
Seasons & timing
Spring and autumn bring the most comfortable temperatures, avoiding both the intense summer heat and the cold winter typical of this region. Summers can turn quite hot, given the area's dry, continental climate.
Currency & language
🇷🇺 RUB
Russia uses the RUB, calling code +7.
Russia uses the Russian ruble, and Russian is the official language, with English understood mainly around larger hotels and travel agencies. A reserved, polite manner is typical when meeting someone for the first time.
Common questions
What time zone is Astrakhan in?
Astrakhan uses the Europe/Astrakhan time zone, currently +04 (UTC+04:00).
Does Astrakhan observe daylight saving time?
No clock changes are scheduled for Astrakhan in the next year.
How many hours ahead or behind is Astrakhan?
Astrakhan is 4 hours ahead of UTC, 8 hours ahead of New York City, 3 hours ahead of London and 5 hours behind Tokyo. Relative to your own clock: .