Itoigawa 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 Itoigawa, Niigata Prefecture, Japan. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Itoigawa. Expect long, bright days with 198 hours in August and darker periods with just 67 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 1595 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Itoigawa serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in August with an average of 6.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 2.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Itoigawa vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Itoigawa enjoys an average of 1595 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

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

Related Climate Data for Itoigawa

January, Itoigawa’s wettest month, receives 233 mm (9.2 in) of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 4°C (39°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 19°C (66°F).

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