Sainte-Croix-en-Plaine Sunshine Hours by Month
When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Sainte-Croix-en-Plaine, Alsace, France. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Seasonal sunshine in Sainte-Croix-en-Plaine varies. It peaks at 245 hours in July and drops to 58 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1804 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Sainte-Croix-en-Plaine, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.2 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.9 hours per day.
Sainte-Croix-en-Plaine vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Sainte-Croix-en-Plaine enjoys an average of 1804 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, 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.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Sainte-Croix-en-Plaine
May, Sainte-Croix-en-Plaine’s wettest month, receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 16°C (61°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Sainte-Croix-en-Plaine Precipitation page.
