Saint-Pol-sur-Mer Sunshine Hours by Month
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Saint-Pol-sur-Mer, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Saint-Pol-sur-Mer, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 232 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 48 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1743 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Saint-Pol-sur-Mer. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.
Saint-Pol-sur-Mer vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Saint-Pol-sur-Mer enjoys an average of 1743 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.
In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 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.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for Saint-Pol-sur-Mer
December, Saint-Pol-sur-Mer’s wettest month, receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Saint-Pol-sur-Mer Precipitation page.
