Average Monthly Sunshine in Wetter (Ruhr)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Wetter (Ruhr) 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 Wetter (Ruhr). Expect long, bright days with 236 hours in May and darker periods with just 40 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 1703 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Wetter (Ruhr), summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.9 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 1.3 hours.

Wetter (Ruhr)’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Wetter (Ruhr) enjoys an average of 1703 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.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

December, Wetter (Ruhr)’s wettest month, receives 105 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 6°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 15°C.

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