Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, Västra Götaland, Sweden. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Gothenburg, timing is key. In June, you can enjoy up to 260 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 33 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1779 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Gothenburg serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 8.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 53% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 14%.

Gothenburg enjoys an average of 1779 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

August, Gothenburg’s wettest month, receives 96 mm (3.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F).

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