Mülheim an der Ruhr 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 Mülheim an der Ruhr, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Mülheim an der Ruhr. Expect long, bright days with 209 hours in July and darker periods with just 44 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1592 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Mülheim an der Ruhr serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.5 hours of daily sunlight.

Mülheim an der Ruhr vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Mülheim an der Ruhr enjoys an average of 1592 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

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

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Mülheim an der Ruhr

December, Mülheim an der Ruhr’s wettest month, receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 7°C (45°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 Mülheim an der Ruhr Precipitation page.