Average Monthly Sunshine in Fairhope (AL)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Fairhope 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 Fairhope. Expect long, bright days with 301 hours in May and darker periods with just 147 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2698 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Fairhope, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.0 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.9 hours.

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

Fairhope enjoys an average of 2698 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.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

August, Fairhope’s wettest month, receives 182 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 21°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Fairhope Precipitation page.