Average Monthly Sunshine in Neuchâtel

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Neuchâtel, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 257 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 45 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1841 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Neuchâtel. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Neuchâtel enjoys an average of 1841 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

July, Neuchâtel’s wettest month, receives 150 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 10°C.

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