Santo Spirito in Sassia
Religious Site Medieval church near Vatican, historic pilgrim hospital site
A church in Rome near the Vatican historically linked to the medieval hospital of Santo Spirito; visitors come for its Renaissance art and easy access to St. Peter’s and the Borgo quarter.
How to Get to Santo Spirito in Sassia #
A short walk from Vatican City and accessible by buses that serve the Rome historic center; also reachable on foot from St. Peter’s Square.
Tips for Visiting Santo Spirito in Sassia #
- Santo Spirito in Sassia is close to Vatican City-pair a visit with a trip to the Vatican Museums or St. Peter's.
- Check schedules for charity clinics and local programs-this church has historically been linked to hospital work and social services.
Best Time to Visit Santo Spirito in Sassia #
Spring and autumn for the best weather while touring Vatican-side neighborhoods and their churches.
Weather & Climate near Santo Spirito in Sassia #
Santo Spirito in Sassia's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (688 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 14 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 93 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.