Chester (VA) Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Chester, Virginia, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Chester, timing is key. In June, you can enjoy up to 308 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 164 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2830 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Chester serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 10.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.5 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 69% of the time during the day in June, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 55%.

Chester enjoys an average of 2830 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 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.

September, Chester’s wettest month, receives 107 mm (4.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 10°C (50°F).

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