Average Monthly Sunshine in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu 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 Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 272 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 80 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2042 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu enjoys an average of 2042 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.

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.

Other climate information

June, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu’s wettest month, receives 111 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C. During the driest month February 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 Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu Precipitation page.