Sigulda Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Sigulda, Vidzeme, Latvia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Sigulda. Expect long, bright days with 287 hours in June and darker periods with just 24 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1754 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Sigulda, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.6 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 0.8 hours per day.

Sigulda vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Sigulda enjoys an average of 1754 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Related Climate Data for Sigulda

June, Sigulda’s wettest month, receives 89 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F).

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