Chanhassen (MN) Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Chanhassen, Minnesota, United States of America. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Chanhassen, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 351 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of November provide just 114 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2713 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Chanhassen. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.7 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 74% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. November has the lowest percentage at 39%.

Chanhassen enjoys an average of 2713 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

August, Chanhassen’s wettest month, receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -5°C (23°F).

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