Egersund Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Egersund, Rogaland, Norway. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Egersund varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, reaches an impressive 226 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 32 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1543 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Egersund serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Egersund vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Egersund enjoys an average of 1543 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

Related Climate Data for Egersund

October, Egersund’s wettest month, receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F).

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