Columbia (MO) 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 Columbia, Missouri, United States of America. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Columbia, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 312 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 142 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2641 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Columbia serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 4.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 68% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 48%.

Columbia enjoys an average of 2641 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.

July, Columbia’s wettest month, receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F).

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