Tateyama 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 Tateyama, Toyama Prefecture, Japan. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Tateyama. Expect long, bright days with 177 hours in April and darker periods with just 80 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 1559 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Tateyama, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.9 hours in April. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 2.7 hours per day.

Tateyama vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Tateyama enjoys an average of 1559 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 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 Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Tateyama

July, Tateyama’s wettest month, receives 205 mm (8.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°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 Tateyama Precipitation page.