Carrollton (TX) Sunshine Hours by Month
The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Carrollton, Texas, United States of America. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Seasonal sunshine in Carrollton varies. It peaks at 333 hours in July and drops to 175 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2871 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Carrollton, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.1 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.8 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 77% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 56%.
Carrollton vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Carrollton enjoys an average of 2871 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Related Climate Data for Carrollton
May, Carrollton’s wettest month, receives 52 mm (2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 36°C (97°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Carrollton Precipitation page.
