Average Monthly Sunshine in Burton upon Trent

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Burton upon Trent receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Burton upon Trent. Expect long, bright days with 193 hours in May and darker periods with just 55 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1505 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Burton upon Trent serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Burton upon Trent’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Burton upon Trent enjoys an average of 1505 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.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

June, Burton upon Trent’s wettest month, receives 75 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C.

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