Average Monthly Sunshine in Van

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Van receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Van, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 374 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 130 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2935 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Van. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Van’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Van enjoys an average of 2935 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

April, Van’s wettest month, receives 8.3 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 29°C.

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