St. Vincent and St. James Cathedral, Wrocław

Church Gothic Wrocław cathedral dating to medieval period

On Ostrów Tumski, the Cathedral of Sts Vincent and James in Wrocław is a Gothic cathedral with high vaults, chapels, and river views. Visitors tour its interiors, climb towers, and attend concerts and services.

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St. Vincent and St. James Cathedral, Wrocław
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How to Get to St. Vincent and St. James Cathedral, Wrocław #

Located in Wrocław’s historic center, the cathedral is reachable on foot from the Market Square or by several tram lines that stop nearby. Taxis and buses also serve the area.

Tips for Visiting St. Vincent and St. James Cathedral, Wrocław #

  • Arrive early to see light on the vaulted ceilings-photography is best in morning or late afternoon.
  • Seek out the lesser-known chapels for more intimate and less-restored decorative schemes.
  • Use local guides to find hidden epitaphs and sculptural details that don't make the main brochures.

Best Time to Visit St. Vincent and St. James Cathedral, Wrocław #

Spring and autumn offer agreeable conditions for visiting Wrocław and its cathedral without the peak-season crowds.

Spring
April-June · 8-20°C (46-68°F)
Pleasant weather and city events make visiting the cathedral more interesting.
Autumn
September-October · 10-18°C (50-64°F)
Cooler temperatures and softer light suit architectural exploration.

Weather & Climate near St. Vincent and St. James Cathedral, Wrocław #

Climate

St. Vincent and St. James Cathedral, Wrocław'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 -4°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (575 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 61 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. The driest month with just 24 mm and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
13.7h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
15.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
16.3h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 88 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
15.9h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 24°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.7h daylight

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