Castelnau-de-Médoc 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 Castelnau-de-Médoc, Aquitaine, France. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Castelnau-de-Médoc. Expect long, bright days with 249 hours in July and darker periods with just 83 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2040 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Castelnau-de-Médoc serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.3 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 58% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 27%.
Castelnau-de-Médoc vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Castelnau-de-Médoc enjoys an average of 2040 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Castelnau-de-Médoc
November, Castelnau-de-Médoc’s wettest month, receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Castelnau-de-Médoc Precipitation page.
