Average Monthly Sunshine in Gelsenkirchen

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 236 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 40 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1703 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Gelsenkirchen serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 7.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 1.3 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Gelsenkirchen enjoys an average of 1703 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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.

Other climate information

December, Gelsenkirchen’s wettest month, receives 91 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 7°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 16°C.

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