Foggathorpe Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Foggathorpe, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Foggathorpe. Expect long, bright days with 232 hours in July and darker periods with just 42 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 1575 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Foggathorpe, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 1.4 hours per day.

Foggathorpe vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Foggathorpe enjoys an average of 1575 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.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 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 Foggathorpe

June, Foggathorpe’s wettest month, receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month March 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 Foggathorpe Precipitation page.