Châteauneuf-sur-Loire 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 Châteauneuf-sur-Loire, Centre, France. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Seasonal sunshine in Châteauneuf-sur-Loire varies. It peaks at 240 hours in July and drops to 50 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1794 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Châteauneuf-sur-Loire. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 50% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 19%.
Châteauneuf-sur-Loire vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Châteauneuf-sur-Loire enjoys an average of 1794 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.
In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Related Climate Data for Châteauneuf-sur-Loire
May, Châteauneuf-sur-Loire’s wettest month, receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month August 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 Châteauneuf-sur-Loire Precipitation page.
