Decatur (TX) Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Decatur, Texas, 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 July, you can enjoy up to 342 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of February provide just 171 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2850 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Decatur serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 11.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in February, offering only 5.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 79% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. February has the lowest percentage at 55%.

Decatur vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Decatur enjoys an average of 2850 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.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Decatur

May, Decatur’s wettest month, receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°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.