Average Monthly Sunshine in Thessaloníki

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Thessaloníki receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Thessaloníki. Expect long, bright days with 339 hours in July and darker periods with just 104 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2421 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Thessaloníki serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 11.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.5 hours of daily sunlight.

Thessaloníki’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Thessaloníki enjoys an average of 2421 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

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

Other climate information

December, Thessaloníki’s wettest month, receives 35 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 32°C.

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