Memphis (TN) 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 Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Memphis, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 326 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 152 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2891 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Memphis serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.1 hours of daily sunlight.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 74% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 50%.
Memphis vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Memphis enjoys an average of 2891 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.
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.
In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for Memphis
May, Memphis’s wettest month, receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Memphis Precipitation page.
