Belfast 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 Belfast, Jamaica. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
On average, Belfast receives plenty of sunlight throughout the year. The annual sunshine totals up to approximately 2964 hours, making it a consistently bright destination.
Daily hours of sunshine
Despite minor fluctuations, Belfast enjoys a fairly consistent amount of sunshine throughout the year. In July, you can expect approximately 8.8 hours of daily sunshine, while even in October, Belfast still receives about 7.5 hours.
Belfast vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Belfast enjoys an average of 2964 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Belfast
October, Belfast’s wettest month, receives 128 mm (5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Belfast Precipitation page.
