Härnösand Cathedral
Church Neoclassical cathedral serving Härnösand's diocese
Härnösand Cathedral anchors the town in Västernorrland County as the seat of the diocese. Visitors come for the cathedral’s historic interiors, organ music and views across the coastal town.
Härnösand Cathedral is the Church of Sweden cathedral located in the town of Härnösand in Västernorrland County. It serves as the episcopal seat for the Diocese of Härnösand and is the central parish church for the town.
The cathedral is a prominent civic and religious building in Härnösand and is visible from the town centre, with a tower and nave that mark it as the principal church of the locality. Its fabric and furnishings reflect its role as the diocesan cathedral.
The building stands on elevated ground within the town, overlooking the surrounding coastal landscape of northern Sweden.
- Diocesan seat: It is the seat of the Diocese of Härnösand in the Church of Sweden and serves as the principal church for the town of Härnösand.
Tips for Visiting Härnösand Cathedral #
- Confirm opening hours with the Härnösand tourist information or the cathedral directly before visiting, as Swedish churches often have limited public hours outside summer.
- Check local event listings for organ recitals or concerts - attending a service or a concert is the best way to experience the cathedral's interior and acoustics when it's open to the public.
Best Time to Visit Härnösand Cathedral #
For fewer crowds, aim for late spring or September; summer is warmer but busier.
Weather & Climate near Härnösand Cathedral #
Härnösand Cathedral's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (691 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with 84 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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