Gisburn Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Gisburn, Lancashire, United Kingdom. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Gisburn, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 175 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 38 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1336 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Gisburn serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 5.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Gisburn vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Gisburn enjoys an average of 1336 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Related Climate Data for Gisburn

December, Gisburn’s wettest month, receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 7°C (45°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F).

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