Nøtterøy 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 Nøtterøy, Vestfold, Norway. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Nøtterøy. Expect long, bright days with 240 hours in May and darker periods with just 41 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1674 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Nøtterøy, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.0 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.4 hours per day.

Nøtterøy vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Nøtterøy enjoys an average of 1674 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

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.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

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

Related Climate Data for Nøtterøy

October, Nøtterøy’s wettest month, receives 89 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 10°C (50°F).

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