Average Monthly Sunshine in Winterthur

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Winterthur, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 230 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 48 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1705 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Winterthur, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours per day.

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

Winterthur enjoys an average of 1705 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

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

Other climate information

May, Winterthur’s wettest month, receives 113 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 7°C.

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