Reed 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 Reed, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Reed, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 180 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 10 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1176 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Reed. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Reed vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Reed enjoys an average of 1176 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

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

Related Climate Data for Reed

December, Reed’s wettest month, receives 186 mm (7.3 in) of snowfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 0°C (32°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F).

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