Average Monthly Sunshine in Strathy East

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Strathy East 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 Strathy East. Expect long, bright days with 195 hours in May and darker periods with just 29 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1234 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Strathy East, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.5 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.0 hours per day.

Strathy East’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Strathy East enjoys an average of 1234 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.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

October, Strathy East’s wettest month, receives 104 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 12°C.

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