Komatsu 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 Komatsu, Ishikawa, Japan. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Komatsu. Expect long, bright days with 208 hours in August and darker periods with just 64 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 1660 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Komatsu serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in August with an average of 6.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 2.1 hours of daily sunlight.
Komatsu vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Komatsu enjoys an average of 1660 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.
Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for Komatsu
December, Komatsu’s wettest month, receives 162 mm (6.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C (50°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Komatsu Precipitation page.
Komatsu Weather by Month
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Komatsu 3-Day Forecast
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