Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Harbin

Church Historic Catholic cathedral in Harbin with Russian influence

Catholic cathedral in Harbin’s central district dating to the city’s pre‑WWII expansion; visitors attend services and inspect the building’s historic architecture.

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Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Harbin
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How to Get to Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Harbin #

The cathedral is located in Harbin; visitors can reach it by taxi or city bus from Harbin West Railway Station or Harbin Taiping International Airport. Local transit connections vary-use a city map or taxi for the most direct route.

Tips for Visiting Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Harbin #

  • Check visiting hours-Harbin churches sometimes close during service times or for events.
  • Look for Russian Orthodox architectural details alongside Catholic features-Harbin's churches reflect a blend of influences.
  • Combine with a walk through Harbin's older neighborhoods for context.

Best Time to Visit Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Harbin #

Summer for accessible city exploration; winter for photography if prepared for severe cold.

Winter
December-February · -20--10°C
Harbin's winter is extreme but visually dramatic; dress extremely warmly.
Summer
June-August · 20-30°C
Warm weather and festival season in the city; churches are easier to access.

Weather & Climate near Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Harbin #

Climate

Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Harbin's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -22°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (557 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 116 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
JuneAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-42°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -12°C and lows of -22°C. The driest month with just 4 mm.

48 Poor

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-22° -12°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -18°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-18° -6°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-9°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
15.4h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (158 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
19° 29°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

158 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
13.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

68 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.8h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-10° -1°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -18°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-18° -8°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

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