Mechelen 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 Mechelen, Antwerpen Province, Belgium. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Mechelen. Expect long, bright days with 205 hours in July and darker periods with just 45 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1563 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Mechelen serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.5 hours of daily sunlight.

Mechelen vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Mechelen enjoys an average of 1563 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Mechelen

August, Mechelen’s wettest month, receives 77 mm (3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 16°C (61°F).

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