Average Monthly Sunshine in Freeport (IL)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Freeport 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 Freeport, timing is key. In June, you can enjoy up to 307 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 107 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2499 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Freeport. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Freeport enjoys an average of 2499 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 Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

June, Freeport’s wettest month, receives 123 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -2°C.

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