Average Monthly Sunshine in Cambridge

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Cambridge 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 Cambridge. Expect long, bright days with 199 hours in July and darker periods with just 49 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1514 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Cambridge serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.6 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Cambridge enjoys an average of 1514 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

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

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

Other climate information

October, Cambridge’s wettest month, receives 64 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 12°C.

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