Jacksonville (FL) Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Jacksonville, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 301 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 181 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2868 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Jacksonville serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 10.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 6.0 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 74% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 58%.

Jacksonville enjoys an average of 2868 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.

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

August, Jacksonville’s wettest month, receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F).

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