Karlstad Cathedral Church
Neo-Gothic cathedral in Karlstad and diocesan seat
Facing the Klarälven river in Karlstad, the cathedral displays neoclassical facades and period interior fittings. Visitors drop in for short tours, occasional organ concerts and riverside walks through this regional administrative centre.
Karlstad Cathedral at a Glance#
Address: Karlstad Cathedral (Domkyrkan), Karlstad, Värmland County, Sweden
Hours: Open daily; service times vary
How to Get to Karlstad Cathedral#
Karlstad Cathedral is central in Karlstad and is an easy walk from the train station and main bus terminals. Local buses also serve the city centre with short walks to the cathedral.
Tips for Visiting Karlstad Cathedral#
- Check for any services (concerts or special events) that can close parts of the cathedral to visitors.
- Climb the tower (if open) for a view over Karlstad and the wide Klarälven delta.
Best Time to Visit Karlstad Cathedral#
Summer for daylight visits; cathedral activities and services create varied visiting times year-round.
Weather & Climate near Karlstad Cathedral#
Karlstad Cathedral's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -7°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (657 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - 0° | -8° | 44 mm | overcast | 98% | 3.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| February | Poor | -7° - 0° | -8° | 34 mm | overcast | 97% | 3.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 4° | -4° | 43 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Good | 0° - 9° | 2° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.3h |
| May | Good | 5° - 16° | 11° | 41 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 16.8h |
| June | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 18.2h |
| July | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 64 mm | overcast | 78% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.5h |
| August | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 70 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.3h |
| September | Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 70 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 4° | 67 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 4° | -2° | 69 mm | overcast | 96% | 3.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 1° | -6° | 53 mm | overcast | 98% | 3.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.9h |