Average Monthly Sunshine in Appenzell

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Appenzell. Expect long, bright days with 229 hours in July and darker periods with just 48 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1632 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Appenzell, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours per day.

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

Appenzell enjoys an average of 1632 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, 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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

June, Appenzell’s wettest month, receives 211 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 3°C.

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