Metzeral 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 Metzeral, Alsace, France. 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 Metzeral. Expect long, bright days with 245 hours in July and darker periods with just 58 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1804 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Metzeral serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.9 hours of daily sunlight.

Metzeral vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Metzeral enjoys an average of 1804 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

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 Metzeral

December, Metzeral’s wettest month, receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 5°C (41°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F).

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