Oldenburg in Holstein 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 Oldenburg in Holstein, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Oldenburg in Holstein. Expect long, bright days with 239 hours in June and darker periods with just 35 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1644 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Oldenburg in Holstein, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.0 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.2 hours per day.

Oldenburg in Holstein vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Oldenburg in Holstein enjoys an average of 1644 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

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

Related Climate Data for Oldenburg in Holstein

August, Oldenburg in Holstein’s wettest month, receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).

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