Average Monthly Sunshine in Avignon

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Avignon 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 Avignon. Expect long, bright days with 371 hours in July and darker periods with just 135 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2870 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, the city serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 4.5 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Avignon enjoys an average of 2870 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 Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

November, Avignon’s wettest month, receives 26 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 33°C.

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