Glengarriff Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Glengarriff, County Cork, Ireland. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Glengarriff varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, reaches an impressive 180 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 40 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1268 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Glengarriff serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 42% of the time during the day in May, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 17%.

Glengarriff enjoys an average of 1268 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

December, Glengarriff’s wettest month, receives 103 mm (4.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C (50°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 18°C (64°F).

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