Capolago Sunshine Hours by Month
When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Capolago, Canton of Ticino, Switzerland. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Capolago, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 284 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 57 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1921 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Capolago, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 1.9 hours per day.
Capolago vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Capolago enjoys an average of 1921 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 contrast, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.
Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 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 Capolago
November, Capolago’s wettest month, receives 134 mm (5.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Capolago Precipitation page.
Capolago Weather by Month
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