Average Monthly Sunshine in Canon City (CO)

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Canon City changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3266 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in July and a subtle dip in November.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 11.3 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Canon City’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Canon City enjoys an average of 3266 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, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

July, Canon City’s wettest month, receives 59 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 15°C.

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