Average Monthly Sunshine in Holmfirth

Average Monthly Sunshine in Holmfirth

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 Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Holmfirth, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 175 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 50 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1362 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Holmfirth serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 5.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 1.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Holmfirth’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Holmfirth enjoys an average of 1362 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

August, Holmfirth’s wettest month, receives 89 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 15°C.

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