Harpenden 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 Harpenden, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Harpenden varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 199 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 42 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1476 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Harpenden. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.4 hours of sunlight per day.

Harpenden vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Harpenden enjoys an average of 1476 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.

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

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

Related Climate Data for Harpenden

August, Harpenden’s wettest month, receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).

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