Rostov on Don 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 Rostov on Don, Rostov Region, Russia. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Rostov on Don varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 315 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 39 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2036 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Rostov on Don, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.3 hours per day.

Rostov on Don vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Rostov on Don enjoys an average of 2036 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Rostov on Don

May, Rostov on Don’s wettest month, receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month August 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 Rostov on Don Precipitation page.