Urmein 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 Urmein, Grisons, Switzerland. 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 Urmein. Expect long, bright days with 188 hours in July and darker periods with just 95 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1740 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Urmein serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.2 hours of daily sunlight.
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%.
Urmein vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Urmein enjoys an average of 1740 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, 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.
Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
Related Climate Data for Urmein
June, Urmein’s wettest month, receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -1°C (30°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Urmein Precipitation page.
