Cathedral of the Madeleine
Church Catholic cathedral in Salt Lake City, notable stained glass
Salt Lake City’s Roman Catholic cathedral, completed in the early 20th century with French Gothic elements. Visitors attend mass and examine vaulted interiors and stained glass.
The Cathedral of the Madeleine is the Roman Catholic cathedral in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the seat of the Diocese of Salt Lake City. The building was completed and dedicated in the early 20th century.
The interior contains extensive painted decoration, a carved and marble high altar and a series of stained glass windows; these elements make the cathedral a frequent stop for visitors interested in historic church art and architecture. The exterior sits prominently on South Temple Street in Salt Lake City.
Construction and outfitting took place around the turn of the 20th century and the building has served continuously as the diocese’s cathedral since its completion and dedication.
The cathedral is located in central Salt Lake City on South Temple Street, within the urban grid of the state capital.
- Diocesan cathedral: functions as the cathedral for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Salt Lake City and was completed in the early 20th century.
- Interior artworks: noted for its painted interiors, marble altars and stained glass windows that attract visitors and worshippers.
How to Get to Cathedral of the Madeleine #
Located a few blocks south of Temple Square in downtown Salt Lake City, the cathedral is easy to reach by car, TRAX light rail (Temple Square station) or on foot from central downtown hotels.
Tips for Visiting Cathedral of the Madeleine #
- Arrive for the organ recital or a choral service to experience the cathedral's acoustics at their best.
- The crypt and stained-glass windows often attract visitors-look for interpretive signage inside.
- Parking near the cathedral fills up for Sunday services-plan on public transit or early arrival.
Best Time to Visit Cathedral of the Madeleine #
The cathedral is enjoyable year-round; summer is best for combining with outdoor sightseeing in Salt Lake City.
Weather & Climate near Cathedral of the Madeleine #
Cathedral of the Madeleine's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 33°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 58 mm of rain.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 19 mm.
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August
August is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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