Armagh 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 Armagh, Armagh County, United Kingdom. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Armagh. Expect long, bright days with 184 hours in May and darker periods with just 39 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1297 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Armagh serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.3 hours of daily sunlight.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 39% of the time during the day in May, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 15%.
Armagh vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Armagh enjoys an average of 1297 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, 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.
Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.
Related Climate Data for Armagh
August, Armagh’s wettest month, receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Armagh Precipitation page.
