Rorschach Sunshine Hours by Month
Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Rorschach, St.Gallen Canton, Switzerland. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Rorschach, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 229 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 48 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1632 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Rorschach serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.6 hours of daily sunlight.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 50% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 22%.
Rorschach vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Rorschach enjoys an average of 1632 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.
Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 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 Rorschach
June, Rorschach’s wettest month, receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). During the driest month January 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 Rorschach Precipitation page.
