Average Monthly Sunshine in Unzen

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Unzen 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 Unzen. Expect long, bright days with 209 hours in August and darker periods with just 104 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 1876 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Unzen. While August receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.0 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Unzen enjoys an average of 1876 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 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 Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

June, Unzen’s wettest month, receives 190 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 11°C.

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