The Hague Sunshine Hours by Month

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 The Hague, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate The Hague. Expect long, bright days with 232 hours in May and darker periods with just 50 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1738 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, The Hague serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 44% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 16%.

The Hague enjoys an average of 1738 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.

October, The Hague’s wettest month, receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month April 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 The Hague Precipitation page.