Average Monthly Sunshine in Alford

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Alford receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Alford, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 202 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 54 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1561 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Alford serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Alford’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Alford enjoys an average of 1561 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

October, Alford’s wettest month, receives 70 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 10°C.

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