Monopoli Cathedral

Church Baroque cathedral in Monopoli, Apulia

Overlooking Monopoli’s old port, the cathedral combines Romanesque and Baroque elements; visitors pair its interior art with coastal walks and seafood from nearby markets.

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Monopoli Cathedral
Cattedrale di Santa Maria della Madia, Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, 70043 Monopoli BA, Italy
40.9508, 17.3036
Typically daily mornings and afternoons (times vary with liturgical schedule)
Free entry to cathedral; donations welcome. Guided visits or special tours may charge a small fee.

How to Get to Monopoli Cathedral #

Monopoli is on the Adriatic coast of Apulia, about 45 minutes’ drive southeast of Bari. The cathedral is in the old town near the harbour and is walkable from the Monopoli train station (on the Bari-Lecce line) in 10-15 minutes.

Tips for Visiting Monopoli Cathedral #

  • Visit early morning to catch sunlight streaming through the west windows and to avoid congregational activities.
  • Look for the cathedral's mix of Romanesque and later Baroque features - small carved capitals and a surprising marble pulpit.
  • Combine with a stroll along the historic harbour of Monopoli for a fuller sense of the town's maritime character.

Best Time to Visit Monopoli Cathedral #

Spring through autumn offers the best combination of weather and access; mornings are best for photography and quieter contemplation.

Spring-autumn
April-October · 15-28°C
Pleasant weather to walk the harbour and visit the cathedral during its open hours.
Winter
November-March · 8-15°C
Quieter tourist season; cathedral access may be more limited due to services.

Weather & Climate near Monopoli Cathedral #

Climate

Temperate climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (541 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 42 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
18°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 23°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.3h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 27°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.6h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 26°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 21°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 17°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

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