Average Monthly Sunshine in Machecoul

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Machecoul receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Machecoul, timing is key. In August, you can enjoy up to 228 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 73 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1793 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Machecoul, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.6 hours in August. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 2.4 hours.

Machecoul’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Machecoul enjoys an average of 1793 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.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

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

Other climate information

December, Machecoul’s wettest month, receives 51 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 25°C.

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