Greenhead 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 Greenhead, United Kingdom. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Greenhead varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, reaches an impressive 183 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 53 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1455 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Greenhead serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Greenhead vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Greenhead enjoys an average of 1455 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 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.

Related Climate Data for Greenhead

December, Greenhead’s wettest month, receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 7°C (45°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F).

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