Fountain Valley (CA) Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Fountain Valley, California, United States of America. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Fountain Valley varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 369 hours, while January, the darkest month, offers only 198 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3279 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Fountain Valley serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 6.6 hours of daily sunlight.

Fountain Valley vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Fountain Valley enjoys an average of 3279 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 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 Fountain Valley

December, Fountain Valley’s wettest month, receives 4.2 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F).

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