Altrincham Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Altrincham. 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

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Altrincham. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Altrincham vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Altrincham enjoys an average of 1398 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Altrincham

December, Altrincham’s wettest month, receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 8°C (46°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F).

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