Gravina Cathedral Church
Romanesque cathedral in Gravina, Apulia
Gravina in Puglia's cathedral crowns the old town above a deep ravine; visitors explore Romanesque architecture and the town's cliffside streets.
Gravina Cathedral at a Glance#
Address: Piazza Duomo area, Gravina in Puglia, Apulia, Italy
How to Get to Gravina Cathedral#
Gravina in Puglia is about 50 km from Bari. Regional trains and buses serve Altamura and nearby towns; from there, local buses or taxis bring visitors to Gravina. The cathedral is in the historic center-follow signs to Piazza Duomo.
Tips for Visiting Gravina Cathedral#
- If possible, attend a midday Mass or choral service to hear the cathedral's acoustics.
- Climb any accessible ramparts or viewpoints nearby for a dramatic view of Gravina's gorge and the cathedral's setting.
Best Time to Visit Gravina Cathedral#
Late spring and early autumn offer the best balance of weather and light for exploring Gravina and its cathedral.
Weather & Climate near Gravina Cathedral#
Gravina Cathedral's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (553 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 6° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| February | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 5° | 53 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Good | 5° - 13° | 7° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 2.7 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Excellent | 15° - 26° | 20° | 28 mm | some cloud | 57% | 2.6 m/s | 2.0 very high | 14.8h |
| July | Ideal | 18° - 29° | 23° | 24 mm | mostly sunny | 50% | 2.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Ideal | 18° - 29° | 23° | 31 mm | mostly sunny | 51% | 2.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Excellent | 15° - 25° | 20° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 68 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 7° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |