Horst 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 Horst, Limburg, Netherlands. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Horst. Expect long, bright days with 219 hours in May and darker periods with just 59 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1751 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Horst serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 7.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.0 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 45% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 22%.

Horst vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Horst enjoys an average of 1751 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.

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.

Related Climate Data for Horst

July, Horst’s wettest month, receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 16°C (61°F).

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