Average Monthly Sunshine in Alderley Edge
The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Alderley Edge 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 Alderley Edge. Expect long, bright days with 186 hours in May and darker periods with just 45 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1398 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Alderley Edge, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.2 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.5 hours per day.
Alderley Edge’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities
Alderley Edge enjoys an average of 1398 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.
In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.
Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.
Other climate information
June, Alderley Edge’s wettest month, receives 96 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 13°C.
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Alderley Edge Precipitation page.
