Average Monthly Sunshine in Cowes

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Cowes receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Cowes, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 222 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 54 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1694 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Cowes serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Cowes’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Cowes enjoys an average of 1694 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.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

November, Cowes’s wettest month, receives 55 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 12°C.

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