Barbastro Cathedral
Church Gothic-Baroque cathedral in Barbastro, Aragon
The cathedral in Barbastro dominates the town’s Plaza Mayor with Gothic and later Baroque elements; visitors come for its architecture, religious art and as a base for exploring the Somontano wine region.
How to Get to Barbastro Cathedral #
Barbastro is on regional roads in Huesca province. From Huesca city it is about 70 km by car; buses connect Barbastro with Zaragoza and other Aragon towns. The cathedral sits in the town centre and is walkable from local parking and bus stops.
Tips for Visiting Barbastro Cathedral #
- Climb the cathedral tower for a panoramic view over Barbastro and the Cinca valley if the tower is open.
- Attend a weekday service to hear the cathedral choir - acoustic is notable.
- Combine a visit with the nearby diocesan museum to see medieval liturgical objects.
Best Time to Visit Barbastro Cathedral #
Spring and autumn are best for combining cathedral visits with walking around Barbastro and the Somontano wine region.
Weather & Climate near Barbastro Cathedral #
Barbastro Cathedral's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (504 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 59 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 20 mm.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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