Artesia (CA) 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 Artesia, California, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Artesia, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 364 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of November provide just 217 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3257 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Artesia serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in November, offering only 7.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 84% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. May has the lowest percentage at 64%.

Artesia enjoys an average of 3257 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 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.

December, Artesia’s wettest month, receives 3.5 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F).

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