Russia Yekaterinburg Mission
The Russia Yekaterinburg Mission is one of 3 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Russia, centered on Yekaterinburg. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Mission leadersEvgenii and Elena Markelov began serving around July 2025, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Russian; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Helsinki Finland Temple, about 1,291 mi (2,078 km) from Yekaterinburg.
- WeatherNear Yekaterinburg, the warmest month is usually July (average high about 75°F / 24°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 2°F / -16°C), with roughly 502 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are July.
- The Church hereRussia has about 18,306 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
- Office address
- 620131 Yekaterinburg, ul. Rabochikh 9 office 1, Sverdlovsk oblast, Russia
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026
We haven’t verified the mission’s phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Evgenii and Elena Markelov
Serving since July 2025 · new leaders expected July 2028
Source: Church Newsroom 2025 · as of October 8, 2026
Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
International mail to Russia can be slow and unpredictable; check with the mission office before sending anything.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: cold-winter · about 502 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jul.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°F / -10°C | 2°F / -16°C | 22 mm |
| Feb | 19°F / -7°C | 7°F / -14°C | 19 mm |
| Mar | 32°F / 0°C | 16°F / -9°C | 23 mm |
| Apr | 49°F / 9°C | 30°F / -1°C | 37 mm |
| May | 62°F / 17°C | 41°F / 5°C | 44 mm |
| Jun | 69°F / 21°C | 50°F / 10°C | 71 mm |
| Jul | 75°F / 24°C | 56°F / 14°C | 73 mm |
| Aug | 71°F / 22°C | 53°F / 12°C | 63 mm |
| Sep | 58°F / 14°C | 43°F / 6°C | 50 mm |
| Oct | 43°F / 6°C | 32°F / 0°C | 34 mm |
| Nov | 27°F / -3°C | 18°F / -8°C | 34 mm |
| Dec | 17°F / -9°C | 6°F / -14°C | 28 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
Russian
Russian uses the Cyrillic alphabet (learn it first, it pays off fast). Stress is unpredictable and unstressed "o" sounds like "a". Use "Вы" (formal you) with adults.
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Helsinki Finland Temple — Operating (22 October 2006) · about 1,291 mi (2,078 km) from Yekaterinburg
The Church in Russia
Members & congregations
- Church Membership
- 18,306
- Stakes
- 2
- Congregations
- 51
- Missions
- 3
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Asia/Yekaterinburg
- Currency
- RUB
- Country code
- +7
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 4: Do Not Travel as of 2026-10-08
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Bring a small gift when visiting.
- Remove shoes indoors.
- Follow mission safety and legal guidance carefully.
Foods: Borscht, Pelmeni, Blini, Pirozhki
Family groups
Connect with other families
As listed by latterdaymissions.com (unofficial). Groups may be private, renamed, or inactive.
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Russia Yekaterinburg Mission?
The mission leaders are Evgenii and Elena Markelov, who began serving around July 2025, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2028.
What is the Russia Yekaterinburg Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at 620131 Yekaterinburg, ul. Rabochikh 9 office 1, Sverdlovsk oblast, Russia. Offices move, so confirm the current mailing address in your call packet or with the mission office before sending anything.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Russia Yekaterinburg Mission?
International mail to Russia can be slow and unpredictable; check with the mission office before sending anything. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Russia Yekaterinburg Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Russian. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Russia Yekaterinburg Mission?
Near Yekaterinburg, the warmest month is usually July (average high about 75°F / 24°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 2°F / -16°C), with roughly 502 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are July. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Russia Yekaterinburg Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Helsinki Finland Temple (about 2078 km).
Other missions in Russia
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources