Ballina 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 Ballina, Mayo, Ireland. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Ballina. Expect long, bright days with 157 hours in May and darker periods with just 35 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1114 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Ballina, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.2 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.2 hours per day.

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 17%.

Ballina vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Ballina enjoys an average of 1114 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Ballina

December, Ballina’s wettest month, receives 115 mm (4.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C (50°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 Ballina Precipitation page.