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Spring in St. Petersburg is the favorite time of year for many including Russian novelist Fyodor Dostoyevsky. After living through a long and cold Russian winter, the first rays of the spring sun seem that much warmer and brighter, the air fresher. Spring is a great time to visit the northern capital.
Generally, spring begins in late March and lasts until mid to late May. However, early spring can still be quite cold with significant snowfall not uncommon so plan accordingly. If you're planning a visit to the Venice of the North in the early part of spring, you'll want to bring along a winter jacket, warm and waterproof footwear, hat and gloves.
Naturally, the weather warms up in later spring, so you'll be comfortable here in a traditional spring jacket and footwear. Nevertheless, you'll be wise to bring along an extra sweater and dress in layers that you can add or reduce depending on the temperature. Be sure to bring a raincoat or umbrella for the rainy days of spring. It is also a good idea to bring along a backpack or carrying case of some sort to stash your souvenirs and other purchases as you explore the many city sights and attractions and suburban parks and palaces.
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