Tiefencastel 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 Tiefencastel, Grisons, Switzerland. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Tiefencastel, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 188 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 95 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1740 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Tiefencastel, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.2 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 55% of the time during the day in January, the highest percentage of any month. May has the lowest percentage at 45%.
Tiefencastel vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Tiefencastel enjoys an average of 1740 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.
In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 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.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Related Climate Data for Tiefencastel
June, Tiefencastel’s wettest month, receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -2°C (28°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Tiefencastel Precipitation page.
