Ayent Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Ayent, Canton of Valais, Switzerland. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Ayent, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 270 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 70 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2171 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Ayent serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 65% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 50%.

Ayent vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Ayent enjoys an average of 2171 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Ayent

June, Ayent’s wettest month, receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 10°C (50°F).

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