Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, Prešov

Church Baroque cathedral and major Prešov religious landmark

The cathedral in Prešov combines Gothic and later elements around the city centre; visitors study its stonework, attend services and take in views from nearby historic streets.

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The Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist is a cathedral-level church located in the city of Prešov, Slovakia. It is named for Saint John the Baptist and functions as a principal church within the city.

The building is an active place of Christian worship where regular services are held, and visitors can see its interior liturgical furnishings and church art. The cathedral occupies a prominent position within Prešov’s urban area and is visited for religious services and local ceremonies.

The cathedral has developed over time from earlier church buildings on its site and has been used continuously for Christian worship. It has undergone repairs and alterations across different periods to serve the needs of the local congregation.

The cathedral sits in Prešov in eastern Slovakia, within the Prešov Region, and is located in the city’s central area near other civic and religious buildings.

Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, Prešov
48.9941, 21.2429

How to Get to Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, Prešov #

The cathedral is in Prešov’s historic center, within easy walking distance of the main square (Hlavná ulica). The town is connected to Košice by regular regional trains and buses.

Tips for Visiting Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, Prešov #

  • Check times with the local parish office in Prešov if planning to attend a service; hours can vary on feast days.
  • Notice the layered floor stones in the nave: wear marks show where generations knelt and walked.

Best Time to Visit Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, Prešov #

Visit year-round; summer for festivals and outdoor amenities, winter for a contemplative mood.

Summer
June-August · 15-28°C
Warm weather and the city's festivals make for pleasant visits.
Winter
December-February · -5-5°C
Crisp, often snowy days that lend the cathedral a more solemn atmosphere.

Weather & Climate near Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, Prešov #

Climate

Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, Prešov's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (653 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 57 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-26°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. The driest month with just 26 mm and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
15.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 95 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
15.8h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
15.5h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
2.2 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 (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

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