Average Monthly Sunshine in Safed (Tzfat)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Safed (Tzfat) receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Safed (Tzfat). Expect long, bright days with 384 hours in July and darker periods with just 174 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 3525 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Safed (Tzfat), summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 5.8 hours per day.

Safed (Tzfat)’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Safed (Tzfat) enjoys an average of 3525 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

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

Other climate information

February, Safed (Tzfat)’s wettest month, receives 3.3 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 34°C.

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