Average Monthly Sunshine in Fargo (ND)
The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Fargo receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Sunshine in Fargo varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 351 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 107 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2633 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Fargo serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 11.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.6 hours of daily sunlight.
Fargo’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities
Fargo enjoys an average of 2633 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
Other climate information
June, Fargo’s wettest month, receives 63 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 4°C.
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Fargo Precipitation page.
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