Atsugi Sunshine Hours by Month
The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Atsugi, Kanagawa, Japan. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Atsugi vary. From a high of 208 hours in August, to a low of 131 hours in September, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 1973 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
Enjoy up to 6.9 hours of daily sun in August, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in September, with about 4.4 hours of daily sunlight.
Atsugi vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Atsugi enjoys an average of 1973 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.
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.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for Atsugi
September, Atsugi’s wettest month, receives 158 mm (6.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Atsugi Precipitation page.
Atsugi Weather by Month
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Atsugi 3-Day Forecast
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