Average Monthly Sunshine in High River

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that High River receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting High River, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 315 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 112 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2397 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in High River. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.7 hours of sunlight per day.

High River’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

High River enjoys an average of 2397 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

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

Other climate information

June, High River’s wettest month, receives 54 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -1°C.

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