Abbey of Santa Giustina

Church Large Benedictine abbey complex in Padua, Veneto

Near Padua, the Abbey of Santa Giustina comprises a large monastic complex and basilica; visitors come for Benedictine architecture, cloisters, art and liturgical heritage.

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Abbey of Santa Giustina
Abbey of Santa Giustina, Piazzale Santa Giustina, 35142 Padua PD, Italy
45.3964, 11.8797
Abbey open to visitors typically 8:30am-6:00pm; times vary with services. Check before visiting.
Free entry to church; some areas (museum/concerts) may have separate fees - check Abbey schedule.

How to Get to Abbey of Santa Giustina #

The Abbey is in northwest Padua near Piazzale Santa Giustina. From Padua central station (Stazione di Padova) take bus lines 1, 2, or 6 toward Piazzale Santa Giustina - about a 10-15 minute ride - or a 25-30 minute walk.

Tips for Visiting Abbey of Santa Giustina #

  • Attend Evensong or a sung service to hear the abbey choir and to feel the space used liturgically.
  • Look for the painted wooden choir stalls and the Cappella di S. Pietro; these details are easily missed on a cursory visit.
  • Combine the visit with the Scrovegni Chapel nearby for a fuller picture of Padua's religious art.

Best Time to Visit Abbey of Santa Giustina #

Best in spring and autumn for agreeable weather and fewer crowds; check service times which can affect access.

Spring
April-June · 12-22°C
Mild weather and pleasant light for the abbey's cloisters and gardens.
Autumn
September-October · 12-20°C
Fewer tourists and crisp air, suitable for contemplative visits.

Weather & Climate near Abbey of Santa Giustina #

Climate

Abbey of Santa Giustina's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (836 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 67 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 22°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with 89 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.4h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 28°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
13.9h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 24°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

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