Étaples Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Étaples, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Étaples, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 218 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 55 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1687 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Étaples serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Étaples vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Étaples enjoys an average of 1687 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, 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 Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Étaples

December, Étaples’s wettest month, receives 77 mm (3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F).

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