Average Monthly Sunshine in Ennis
The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Ennis receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Ennis. Expect long, bright days with 182 hours in May and darker periods with just 45 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1302 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.1 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.
Ennis’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities
Ennis enjoys an average of 1302 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.
Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
Other climate information
December, Ennis’s wettest month, receives 90 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 16°C.
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Ennis Precipitation page.