Rasteau 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 Rasteau, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Rasteau varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 371 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 135 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2871 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Rasteau. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Rasteau vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Rasteau enjoys an average of 2871 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

Related Climate Data for Rasteau

November, Rasteau’s wettest month, receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F).

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