Average Monthly Sunshine in Buckfastleigh

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Buckfastleigh 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 Buckfastleigh, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 222 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 55 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1729 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Buckfastleigh serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 7.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Buckfastleigh enjoys an average of 1729 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.

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

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

Other climate information

October, Buckfastleigh’s wettest month, receives 64 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 19°C.

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