Average Monthly Sunshine in Ballyliffin

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Ballyliffin receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Ballyliffin varies. It peaks at 203 hours in May and drops to 34 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1272 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Ballyliffin, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.8 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.1 hours per day.

Ballyliffin’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Ballyliffin enjoys an average of 1272 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.

Manchester, UK, experiences just around 1420 hours of sunshine annually.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

December, Ballyliffin’s wettest month, receives 107 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 14°C.

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