Gummersbach 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 Gummersbach, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Gummersbach varies. It peaks at 209 hours in July and drops to 45 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1604 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Gummersbach, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.0 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.5 hours per day.

Gummersbach vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Gummersbach enjoys an average of 1604 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

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.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Gummersbach

December, Gummersbach’s wettest month, receives 107 mm (4.2 in) of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 5°C (41°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 Gummersbach Precipitation page.