Albert Lea (MN) Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Albert Lea, Minnesota, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Albert Lea. Expect long, bright days with 342 hours in July and darker periods with just 118 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2620 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Albert Lea, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.9 hours per day.

Albert Lea vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Albert Lea enjoys an average of 2620 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 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.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Albert Lea

June, Albert Lea’s wettest month, receives 98 mm (3.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -5°C (23°F).

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