Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle
Church Roman Catholic cathedral serving Washington, D.C.'s archdiocese
Near Washington’s Dupont Circle, the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle serves as an active parish and concert venue; visitors attend masses, organ recitals and view its stained glass and mosaics.
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The Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle is the principal Roman Catholic cathedral for the Archdiocese of Washington, D.C., serving as the bishop’s seat and a venue for major diocesan liturgies.
The building hosts regular Masses, public ceremonies and occasional concerts; visitors can attend worship services and view the interior during open hours. The cathedral is an active place of worship and also functions as a gathering space for civic and religious events.
Located in Washington, D.C., the cathedral is accessible from central parts of the city and is commonly included on tours that cover the city’s religious and civic architecture.
- Seat of the archdiocese: The cathedral serves as the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington and is open to the public for regular liturgies and some visiting hours.
How to Get to Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle #
The cathedral is two blocks northeast of Dupont Circle. From the Dupont Circle Metro (Red Line), it’s a 7-10 minute walk northeast along Connecticut Avenue and then a short turn onto Rhode Island Avenue. Several Metrobus routes also pass along nearby corridors.
Tips for Visiting Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle #
- Check the cathedral's schedule for concerts and solemn services; its pipe organ is occasionally used in classical recitals.
- Arrive via the Red Line Metro or the Dupont Circle area for a pleasant walk under the city's plane trees.
- The cathedral has security screening on the main approach - allow extra time during peak tourist days or major events.
Best Time to Visit Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle #
Best in spring for blossoms and in autumn for foliage; the cathedral is an indoor attraction so crowds and programming drive the experience.
Weather & Climate near Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle #
Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1053 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (105 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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