Average Monthly Sunshine in Ellesmere Port
The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Ellesmere Port receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Seasonal sunshine in Ellesmere Port varies. It peaks at 209 hours in May and drops to 48 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1507 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Ellesmere Port, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.0 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours per day.
Ellesmere Port’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities
Ellesmere Port enjoys an average of 1507 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.
Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.
Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.
Other climate information
July, Ellesmere Port’s wettest month, receives 92 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C.
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Ellesmere Port Precipitation page.
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