Sala 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 Sala, Vastmanland, Sweden. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Seasonal sunshine in Sala varies. It peaks at 293 hours in June and drops to 34 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1829 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Sala serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 9.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.1 hours of daily sunlight.
Sala vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Sala enjoys an average of 1829 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.
Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Related Climate Data for Sala
July, Sala’s wettest month, receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Sala Precipitation page.
Sala Weather by Month
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