Bellingham (WA) Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Bellingham, Washington State, United States of America. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Bellingham varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 281 hours, while November, the darkest month, offers only 61 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1887 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Bellingham, 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 per day.

Bellingham vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Bellingham enjoys an average of 1887 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Bellingham

November, Bellingham’s wettest month, receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C (50°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F).

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