Lauterbrunnen (BERN) Sunshine Hours by Month
The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Lauterbrunnen, Canton of Bern, Switzerland. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Lauterbrunnen. Expect long, bright days with 219 hours in July and darker periods with just 51 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1580 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Lauterbrunnen. While July 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.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 52% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 36%.
Lauterbrunnen vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Lauterbrunnen enjoys an average of 1580 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.
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.
Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.
Related Climate Data for Lauterbrunnen
July, Lauterbrunnen’s wettest month, receives 213 mm (8.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 2°C (36°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Lauterbrunnen Precipitation page.
