Gurtnellen 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 Gurtnellen, Uri, Switzerland. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Gurtnellen. Expect long, bright days with 168 hours in July and darker periods with just 36 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1385 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Gurtnellen serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 5.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.2 hours of daily sunlight.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 52% of the time during the day in September, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 30%.
Gurtnellen vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Gurtnellen enjoys an average of 1385 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, 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.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
Related Climate Data for Gurtnellen
August, Gurtnellen’s wettest month, receives 221 mm (8.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -2°C (28°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Gurtnellen Precipitation page.
