Average Monthly Sunshine in Ilfracombe

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Ilfracombe 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 Ilfracombe, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 202 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 49 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1573 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Ilfracombe, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours per day.

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

Ilfracombe enjoys an average of 1573 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.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

December, Ilfracombe’s wettest month, receives 99 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 14°C.

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