Average Monthly Sunshine in Dunkerque

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Dunkerque receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Dunkerque, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 232 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of December provide just 48 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1730 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Dunkerque’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Dunkerque enjoys an average of 1730 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, UK, receives only about 1590 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.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

December, Dunkerque’s wettest month, receives 72 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 14°C.

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