Average Monthly Sunshine in Elie

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Elie varies. It peaks at 193 hours in May and drops to 45 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1431 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Elie, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.4 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.5 hours per day.

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

Elie enjoys an average of 1431 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.

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

Other climate information

October, Elie’s wettest month, receives 76 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C. During the driest month April 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 Elie Precipitation page.