Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra

Church Historic Augsburg basilica containing medieval relics and art

Augsburg’s Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra combines Romanesque origins with Baroque reworking; visitors explore its crypt, altarpieces and role in the city’s ecclesiastical history.

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Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra
Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany
48.3615, 10.9003

How to Get to Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra #

In central Augsburg, reachable by regional trains to Augsburg Hauptbahnhof and then a short tram or bus ride into the old town. The basilica is a walkable distance from the city center.

Tips for Visiting Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra #

  • Visit in the late afternoon when sun slants through high windows - it brings out the golds in the Baroque altarpieces.
  • Do not miss the crypt and the chapter house; maps at the entrance rarely advertise them but they reveal earlier construction phases.
  • Try to catch the organ recital-this basilica has a celebrated historic organ and the acoustics are impressive.

Best Time to Visit Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra #

Visit in summer for easier access to guided tours and in winter for atmospheric services and festive markets.

Summer
June-August · 15-27°C
Long days and many open-air events in Augsburg; interiors are pleasantly cool.
Advent/Winter
December · -2-6°C
Augsburg's Christmas markets lend a festive air; church services are well attended and atmospheric.

Weather & Climate near Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra #

Climate

Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (878 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 40 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
-19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

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

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
15.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
15.8h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 24°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
15.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

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