Kuressaare Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Kuressaare, Saaremaa, Estonia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Kuressaare, timing is key. In June, you can enjoy up to 309 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 21 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1716 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Kuressaare. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Kuressaare vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Kuressaare enjoys an average of 1716 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.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Kuressaare

August, Kuressaare’s wettest month, receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 4°C (39°F).

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