Decatur (GA) Sunshine Hours by Month
When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Decatur, Georgia, United States of America. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Decatur, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 288 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 164 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2733 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Decatur, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.6 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 5.5 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 68% of the time during the day in October, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 52%.
Decatur vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Decatur enjoys an average of 2733 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for Decatur
December, Decatur’s wettest month, receives 106 mm (4.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Decatur Precipitation page.
