Elizabeth City (NC) 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 Elizabeth City, North Carolina, United States of America. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Elizabeth City, timing is key. In June, you can enjoy up to 282 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 163 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2707 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Elizabeth City. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.4 hours of sunlight per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 64% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 53%.
Elizabeth City vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Elizabeth City enjoys an average of 2707 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Elizabeth City
August, Elizabeth City’s wettest month, receives 134 mm (5.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Elizabeth City Precipitation page.
