Ouistreham Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Ouistreham, Lower Normandy, France. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Ouistreham varies. It peaks at 215 hours in June and drops to 60 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1692 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Ouistreham serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 7.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.0 hours of daily sunlight.

Ouistreham vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Ouistreham enjoys an average of 1692 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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Ouistreham

December, Ouistreham’s wettest month, receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C (50°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F).

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