Schirgiswalde 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 Schirgiswalde, Saxony, Germany. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Schirgiswalde, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 225 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 54 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1673 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Schirgiswalde. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Schirgiswalde vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Schirgiswalde enjoys an average of 1673 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 Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Schirgiswalde

July, Schirgiswalde’s wettest month, receives 102 mm (4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F).

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