Average Monthly Sunshine in Saint-Nicolas

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Saint-Nicolas 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-Nicolas, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 213 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of December provide just 51 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1620 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.1 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.7 hours.

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

Saint-Nicolas enjoys an average of 1620 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

December, Saint-Nicolas’s wettest month, receives 74 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 8°C. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 21°C.

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