Nortorf Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Nortorf, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Nortorf, timing is key. In June, you can enjoy up to 239 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 35 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1644 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Nortorf serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 8.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Nortorf vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Nortorf enjoys an average of 1644 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Nortorf

July, Nortorf’s wettest month, receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F).

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