Average Monthly Sunshine in Erlach (BERN)

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Erlach. Expect long, bright days with 257 hours in July and darker periods with just 45 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1841 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Erlach. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Erlach enjoys an average of 1841 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

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

Other climate information

May, Erlach’s wettest month, receives 144 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 6°C.

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