Castillon-du-Gard 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 Castillon-du-Gard, Languedoc-Roussillon, France. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Castillon-du-Gard, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 371 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 135 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2871 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Castillon-du-Gard. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.5 hours of sunlight per day.
Castillon-du-Gard vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Castillon-du-Gard enjoys an average of 2871 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 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.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
Related Climate Data for Castillon-du-Gard
October, Castillon-du-Gard’s wettest month, receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Castillon-du-Gard Precipitation page.
