Brig Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Brig, Canton of Valais, Switzerland. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Brig, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 202 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 83 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1685 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Brig serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 69% of the time during the day in September, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 53%.

Brig vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Brig enjoys an average of 1685 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 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 Brig

June, Brig’s wettest month, receives 158 mm (6.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -3°C (27°F).

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