Satsumasendai Sunshine Hours by Month
To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Satsumasendai, Kagoshima, Japan. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Satsumasendai, timing is key. In August, you can enjoy up to 210 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 107 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1964 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Satsumasendai serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in August with an average of 7.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 3.6 hours of daily sunlight.
Satsumasendai vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Satsumasendai enjoys an average of 1964 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.
In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Satsumasendai
June, Satsumasendai’s wettest month, receives 178 mm (7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Satsumasendai Precipitation page.
Satsumasendai Weather by Month
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Satsumasendai 3-Day Forecast
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