Põlva Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Põlva, Põlvamaa, Estonia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Põlva. Expect long, bright days with 284 hours in June and darker periods with just 24 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1718 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Põlva serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 9.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 0.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Põlva vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Põlva enjoys an average of 1718 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, 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 Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Põlva

June, Põlva’s wettest month, receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 4°C (39°F).

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