Cherokee (NC) 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 Cherokee, North Carolina, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Cherokee Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 268 hours of sunshine in June and 166 hours in December, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 2616 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. June sees up to 8.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.5 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 64% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. August has the lowest percentage at 55%.

Cherokee enjoys an average of 2616 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.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

December, Cherokee’s wettest month, receives 98 mm (3.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F).

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