Bishop Wilton Sunshine Hours by Month
When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Bishop Wilton, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Bishop Wilton, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 232 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 42 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1575 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Bishop Wilton, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 1.4 hours per day.
Bishop Wilton vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Bishop Wilton enjoys an average of 1575 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.
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.
Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Related Climate Data for Bishop Wilton
June, Bishop Wilton’s wettest month, receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Bishop Wilton Precipitation page.
