Average Monthly Sunshine in Dorchester on thames

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Dorchester on thames 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 Dorchester on thames, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 215 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 56 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1633 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Dorchester on thames serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.9 hours of daily sunlight.

Dorchester on thames’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Dorchester on thames enjoys an average of 1633 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

October, Dorchester on thames’s wettest month, receives 64 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°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 Dorchester on thames Precipitation page.