Chalon-sur-Saône Sunshine Hours by Month
The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Chalon-sur-Saône, Burgundy, France. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Chalon-sur-Saône, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 258 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 54 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1895 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Chalon-sur-Saône, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.8 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 55% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 21%.
Chalon-sur-Saône vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Chalon-sur-Saône enjoys an average of 1895 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.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Related Climate Data for Chalon-sur-Saône
November, Chalon-sur-Saône’s wettest month, receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Chalon-sur-Saône Precipitation page.
