Average Monthly Sunshine in Hoofddorp

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Hoofddorp 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 Hoofddorp, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 220 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 52 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1653 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Hoofddorp. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Hoofddorp enjoys an average of 1653 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

August, Hoofddorp’s wettest month, receives 98 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 13°C.

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