Average Monthly Sunshine in Bellingham (WA)

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Bellingham, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 281 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of November provide just 61 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1876 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 2.0 hours.

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

Bellingham enjoys an average of 1876 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

November, Bellingham’s wettest month, receives 21 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 24°C.

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