Average Monthly Sunshine in Saas
The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Saas receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Saas, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 188 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 95 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1740 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Saas serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.2 hours of daily sunlight.
Saas’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities
Saas enjoys an average of 1740 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.
Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.
Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.
Other climate information
June, Saas’s wettest month, receives 183 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -2°C.
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Saas Precipitation page.