Bastia Cathedral

Church Baroque cathedral in Bastia's old port quarter

In Bastia on Corsica’s northeast coast, the cathedral occupies the old town and draws visitors for its ornate interior, nearby citadel and seafood restaurants along the harbour.

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Bastia Cathedral
42.6924, 9.4517
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How to Get to Bastia Cathedral #

In Bastia’s old town, a short walk from the ferry terminal and the city’s main port area. The cathedral is easily reached on foot from central Bastia.

Tips for Visiting Bastia Cathedral #

  • Visit during the evening Mass to hear the acoustics fill the nave
  • Combine a visit with a walk in Bastia's old port quarter - the cathedral sits within easy reach
  • Look at the bishop's throne and side chapels for local Corsican memorials and inscriptions

Best Time to Visit Bastia Cathedral #

Best in spring or autumn for comfortable weather and fewer peak-season crowds.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Warm Mediterranean weather makes for lively coastal days; expect more tourists.
Spring/Autumn (Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct)
Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct · 15-24°C (59-75°F)
Milder temperatures and quieter streets; comfortable for walking the old town.

Weather & Climate near Bastia Cathedral #

Climate

Bastia Cathedral's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (824 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 38 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
7° – 13°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
7° – 13°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
8° – 15°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° – 17°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° – 21°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° – 25°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 14 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° – 28°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° – 28°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

82 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° – 25°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° – 21°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° – 17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
8° – 14°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

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