Average Monthly Sunshine in Forest Lake (MN)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Forest Lake receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Forest Lake, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 351 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of November provide just 114 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2741 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Forest Lake 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 November, offering only 3.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Forest Lake’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Forest Lake enjoys an average of 2741 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, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

June, Forest Lake’s wettest month, receives 109 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -5°C.

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