Les Contamines-Montjoie 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 Les Contamines-Montjoie, Rhône-Alps, France. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Les Contamines-Montjoie. Expect long, bright days with 275 hours in July and darker periods with just 70 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 2002 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Les Contamines-Montjoie 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 January, offering only 2.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Les Contamines-Montjoie vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Les Contamines-Montjoie enjoys an average of 2002 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Les Contamines-Montjoie

December, Les Contamines-Montjoie’s wettest month, receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of snowfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of -2°C (28°F). During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 10°C (50°F).

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