Average Monthly Sunshine in Jefferson City (MO)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Jefferson City 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 Jefferson City, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 312 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of December provide just 142 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2635 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Jefferson City’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Jefferson City enjoys an average of 2635 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

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

Other climate information

April, Jefferson City’s wettest month, receives 114 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 5°C.

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