Paestum Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Paestum, Campania, Italy. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Paestum. Expect long, bright days with 320 hours in July and darker periods with just 110 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2420 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Paestum serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 3.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Paestum vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Paestum enjoys an average of 2420 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

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

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

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

Related Climate Data for Paestum

November, Paestum’s wettest month, receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F).

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