Dunedin (FL) Sunshine Hours by Month
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Dunedin, Florida, United States of America. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Dunedin, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 312 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 184 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2993 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Dunedin, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.4 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 6.1 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 77% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 57%.
Dunedin vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Dunedin enjoys an average of 2993 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, 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 Dunedin
August, Dunedin’s wettest month, receives 220 mm (8.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Dunedin Precipitation page.
