German Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in German, Sofia, Bulgaria. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting German, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 310 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 68 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2250 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in German. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.

German vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

German enjoys an average of 2250 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for German

May, German’s wettest month, receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).

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