Centennial (CO) Sunshine Hours by Month
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Centennial, Colorado, United States of America. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Centennial, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 323 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of November provide just 195 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3102 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Centennial, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 6.5 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 73% of the time during the day in September, the highest percentage of any month. May has the lowest percentage at 65%.
Centennial vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Centennial enjoys an average of 3102 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Related Climate Data for Centennial
May, Centennial’s wettest month, receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Centennial Precipitation page.
