Colton (CA) 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 Colton, California, United States of America. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Colton varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 369 hours, while January, the darkest month, offers only 198 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3279 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Colton. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.3 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 6.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Colton vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Colton enjoys an average of 3279 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.

Manchester, UK, experiences just around 1420 hours of sunshine annually.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Related Climate Data for Colton

December, Colton’s wettest month, receives 3.4 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F).

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