Average Monthly Sunshine in Carndonagh

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Carndonagh varies. It peaks at 203 hours in May and drops to 34 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1272 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Carndonagh serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.1 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Carndonagh enjoys an average of 1272 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

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

Other climate information

December, Carndonagh’s wettest month, receives 113 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 14°C.

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