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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Hythe. Expect long, bright days with 205 hours in June and darker periods with just 50 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1577 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Hythe serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 6.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Hythe enjoys an average of 1577 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

November, Hythe’s wettest month, receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F).

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