Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo Church
Co-cathedral in Vigo with historic Gothic-Baroque architecture
Vigo's co-cathedral combines medieval and later additions in the city's old quarter; visitors come for church architecture, local processions and views across the port.
Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo at a Glance#
Address: Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo, Plaza de la Constitución, Vigo, Galicia, Spain
How to Get to Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo#
Located in Vigo’s historic center, the concatedral is a short walk from the city’s bus station and ferry terminal. From Vigo-Guixar or Vigo town center, it is usually a 5-15 minute walk depending on starting point.
Tips for Visiting Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo#
- Visit outside of the main pilgrimage times to enjoy quieter contemplation of the cloister and chapels.
- Pay attention to the carved choir stalls and stone capitals - they often include local iconography.
- Combine with a walk along Vigo's waterfront for a change of pace after the visit.
Best Time to Visit Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo#
Best in spring or summer when coastal weather is mild; avoid major feast days if seeking solitude.
Weather & Climate near Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo#
Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1576 mm/year), wettest in December.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 7° - 13° | 8° | 213 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| February | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 10° | 191 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.4h |
| March | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 137 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 122 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Very Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 112 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Excellent | 14° - 23° | 18° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.1h |
| July | Excellent | 16° - 24° | 20° | 34 mm | some cloud | 68% | 3.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.8h |
| August | Excellent | 16° - 24° | 20° | 33 mm | some cloud | 67% | 2.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 15° - 23° | 19° | 97 mm | some cloud | 69% | 2.7 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 12° - 19° | 16° | 171 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Acceptable | 9° - 15° | 12° | 185 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| December | Acceptable | 7° - 13° | 10° | 216 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 3.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.0h |
