Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Albany, New York)

Church Historic Catholic cathedral and diocesan center in Albany

Albany’s Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception attracts those interested in Gothic Revival architecture, parish liturgy and visits to the New York state capital’s civic landmarks.

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The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany, New York is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany and serves as the bishop’s seat.

It operates as an active parish and hosts diocesan liturgies, major religious ceremonies and community events.

The cathedral is located in the city of Albany, within the state’s capital area and is accessible from central Albany streets and nearby civic institutions.

  • Diocesan role: The church is the diocesan cathedral for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany and is used for major diocesan liturgies and ceremonies.
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Albany, New York)
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Albany, New York, USA
42.6475, -73.7597
Open for services; visiting hours vary (contact parish)

How to Get to Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Albany, New York) #

Located in Albany’s central city, the cathedral is accessible by local buses and is within a short drive of downtown Albany. On-street parking and nearby municipal lots serve visitors.

Tips for Visiting Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Albany, New York) #

  • Check parish bulletins for times of weekday and Sunday services if intending to attend a Mass or choir performance.
  • Nearby visitor parking can be limited during diocesan events - allow extra time for arrival.
  • Notice the stained-glass iconography which includes regional saints and donors - many windows include donor inscriptions.

Best Time to Visit Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Albany, New York) #

Visit during parish hours or around scheduled services; late spring to autumn offers the most comfortable surroundings.

Late spring-autumn
May-October · 12-25°C (54-77°F)
Pleasant weather for city walking and cathedral grounds.
Winter
November-March · -12-5°C (10-41°F)
Cold and snowy - interior visits are still possible during services.

Weather & Climate near Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Albany, New York) #

Climate

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Albany, New York)'s climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (974 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-10°

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 98 mm of rain.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 27°

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 29°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 28°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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