Chikuma Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Chikuma, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Chikuma Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 209 hours of sunshine in May and 128 hours in January, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 1951 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 7.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. January, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Chikuma vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Chikuma enjoys an average of 1951 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Chikuma

July, Chikuma’s wettest month, receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F).

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