Messina Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Messina, Sicily, Italy. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Messina varies. It peaks at 332 hours in July and drops to 112 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2495 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Messina serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 11.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Messina vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Messina enjoys an average of 2495 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Messina

December, Messina’s wettest month, receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F).

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