Average Monthly Sunshine in Saint-Nazaire

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Saint-Nazaire 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-Nazaire, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 371 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 135 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2870 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Saint-Nazaire, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.5 hours.

Saint-Nazaire’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Saint-Nazaire enjoys an average of 2870 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 Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

October, Saint-Nazaire’s wettest month, receives 35 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 32°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Saint-Nazaire Precipitation page.