Average Monthly Sunshine in Braintree (MA)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Braintree 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 Braintree, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 301 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of December provide just 141 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2629 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Braintree enjoys an average of 2629 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, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

December, Braintree’s wettest month, receives 94 mm of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 6°C. During the driest month September 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.