Le Puy en Velay 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 Le Puy en Velay, Auvergne, France. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Le Puy en Velay varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 277 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 74 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2028 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Le Puy en Velay serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.5 hours of daily sunlight.

Le Puy en Velay vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Le Puy en Velay enjoys an average of 2028 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

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.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Related Climate Data for Le Puy en Velay

November, Le Puy en Velay’s wettest month, receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).

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