Average Monthly Sunshine in Bloomington (IL)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Bloomington 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 Bloomington, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 311 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 117 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2570 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Bloomington, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.9 hours per day.

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

Bloomington enjoys an average of 2570 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

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

Other climate information

June, Bloomington’s wettest month, receives 101 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 1°C.

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