Takashima 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 Takashima, Shiga, Japan. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Takashima changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 1805 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in August and a subtle dip in February.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you will experience moderate variation in sunshine hours throughout the year. With 6.2 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 4.0 hours in February.

Takashima vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Takashima enjoys an average of 1805 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.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Takashima

July, Takashima’s wettest month, receives 141 mm (5.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 16°C (61°F).

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