Niederschaeffolsheim 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 Niederschaeffolsheim, Alsace, France. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Niederschaeffolsheim varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 229 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 44 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1695 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Niederschaeffolsheim. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Niederschaeffolsheim vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Niederschaeffolsheim enjoys an average of 1695 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.

Related Climate Data for Niederschaeffolsheim

December, Niederschaeffolsheim’s wettest month, receives 79 mm (3.1 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 17°C (63°F).

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