Average Monthly Sunshine in Montmélian

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Montmélian. Expect long, bright days with 262 hours in July and darker periods with just 60 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1885 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.0 hours.

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

Montmélian enjoys an average of 1885 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 Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

May, Montmélian’s wettest month, receives 148 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C. During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 15°C.

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