Nakano Sunshine Hours by Month
The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Nakano, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Nakano vary. From a high of 209 hours in May, to a low of 128 hours in January, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 1951 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
The difference in daily sunshine hours between May (7.0 hours per day) and January (4.3 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.
Nakano vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Nakano enjoys an average of 1951 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Nakano
July, Nakano’s wettest month, receives 183 mm (7.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Nakano Precipitation page.
Nakano Weather by Month
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