Clacton-on-Sea 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 Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Clacton-on-Sea. Expect long, bright days with 211 hours in July and darker periods with just 49 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1609 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Clacton-on-Sea serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.6 hours of daily sunlight.

Clacton-on-Sea vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Clacton-on-Sea enjoys an average of 1609 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Clacton-on-Sea

October, Clacton-on-Sea’s wettest month, receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F).

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