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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 Skeljabrekka, West Iceland, Iceland. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.
If you're visiting Skeljabrekka, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 201 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 20 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1327 hours.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Skeljabrekka serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 0.7 hours of daily sunlight.
On average the sun shines 36% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 12%.
Skeljabrekka enjoys an average of 1327 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.
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.
February, Skeljabrekka’s wettest month, receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 3°C (37°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Skeljabrekka Precipitation page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Skeljabrekka - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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