Glaisdale 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 Glaisdale, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Glaisdale. Expect long, bright days with 212 hours in May and darker periods with just 52 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1567 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Glaisdale. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.1 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 38% of the time during the day in June, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 16%.
Glaisdale vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Glaisdale enjoys an average of 1567 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.
Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Related Climate Data for Glaisdale
November, Glaisdale’s wettest month, receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Glaisdale Precipitation page.
