Akaigawa Sunshine Hours by Month
Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Akaigawa, Hokkaido, Japan. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Akaigawa, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 199 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 87 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1749 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Akaigawa, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.6 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.9 hours per day.
Akaigawa vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Akaigawa enjoys an average of 1749 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Akaigawa
August, Akaigawa’s wettest month, receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Akaigawa Precipitation page.
Akaigawa Weather by Month
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Akaigawa 3-Day Forecast
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