Heddon on the Wall 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 Heddon on the Wall, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Sunshine in Heddon on the Wall 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
In Heddon on the Wall, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.1 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.8 hours per day.
Heddon on the Wall vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Heddon on the Wall enjoys an average of 1455 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, 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.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for Heddon on the Wall
August, Heddon on the Wall’s wettest month, receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 10°C (50°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Heddon on the Wall Precipitation page.
