Maienfeld 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 Maienfeld, Grisons, Switzerland. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Maienfeld varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 192 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 51 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1502 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Maienfeld. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Maienfeld vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Maienfeld enjoys an average of 1502 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

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

Related Climate Data for Maienfeld

June, Maienfeld’s wettest month, receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 0°C (32°F).

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