Arlington (TX) Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Arlington, Texas, United States of America. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Arlington, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 342 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of February provide just 171 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2850 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Arlington, 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. February sees a soft sun for only 5.7 hours per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 79% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. February has the lowest percentage at 55%.

Arlington vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Arlington enjoys an average of 2850 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Arlington

May, Arlington’s wettest month, receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 36°C (97°F).

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