Cambrai Cathedral
Church Gothic cathedral in Cambrai with notable stained glass
Cambrai Cathedral anchors the city centre in Hauts-de-France; tourists visit for the cathedral’s architectural presence and the adjacent historic streets.
How to Get to Cambrai Cathedral #
Cambrai Cathedral is in the town centre of Cambrai in Hauts-de-France. Cambrai is served by regional trains and is about 30-40 minutes by rail from Valenciennes; from the station it is a short walk to the cathedral. Local buses and roads provide access.
Tips for Visiting Cambrai Cathedral #
- Arrive early to avoid the busiest times for Mass and to inspect architectural details without crowds.
- The town has a cluster of other medieval buildings worth visiting-combine with a street-level walk.
- Wear shoes suitable for cobbles if planning to walk the cathedral precincts.
Best Time to Visit Cambrai Cathedral #
Best in spring to early autumn for comfortable exploration of both the cathedral and Cambrai's historic centre.
Weather & Climate near Cambrai Cathedral #
Cambrai Cathedral's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (702 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 67 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 67 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.