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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Holbeach varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 207 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 57 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1606 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Holbeach. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Holbeach vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Holbeach enjoys an average of 1606 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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Holbeach

June, Holbeach’s wettest month, receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month February 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 Holbeach Precipitation page.