Lugano Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Lugano, Canton of Ticino, Switzerland. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Lugano, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 266 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of November provide just 111 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2233 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Lugano. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.9 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 65% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. November has the lowest percentage at 49%.

Lugano vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Lugano enjoys an average of 2233 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.

Manchester, UK, experiences just around 1420 hours of sunshine annually.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Lugano

October, Lugano’s wettest month, receives 145 mm (5.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F).

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