Krasnoyarsk Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Krasnoyarsk, Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Krasnoyarsk. Expect long, bright days with 281 hours in July and darker periods with just 43 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1980 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Krasnoyarsk, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.4 hours per day.

Krasnoyarsk vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Krasnoyarsk enjoys an average of 1980 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Related Climate Data for Krasnoyarsk

August, Krasnoyarsk’s wettest month, receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -12°C (10°F).

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Krasnoyarsk Precipitation page.