Average Monthly Sunshine in Buffalo (NY)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Buffalo 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 Buffalo, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 307 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of December provide just 68 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2210 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, the city serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.3 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Buffalo enjoys an average of 2210 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

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

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

October, Buffalo’s wettest month, receives 83 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 5°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.