The 5 most scenic train journeys in Switzerland
Explore Switzerland's top 5 train journeys, featuring breathtaking Alpine views and engineering marvels like the Glacier Express and Bernina Express.
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 Selma, Grisons, Switzerland. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Selma. Expect long, bright days with 266 hours in July and darker periods with just 111 hours in November. The total annual amount of sun is 2233 hours.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Selma serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in November, offering only 3.7 hours of daily sunlight.
On average the sun shines 65% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. November has the lowest percentage at 49%.
Selma enjoys an average of 2233 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
June, Selma’s wettest month, receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 2°C (36°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Selma Precipitation page.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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The 5 most scenic train journeys in Switzerland
Explore Switzerland's top 5 train journeys, featuring breathtaking Alpine views and engineering marvels like the Glacier Express and Bernina Express.
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