Average Monthly Sunshine in Kilkeel

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Kilkeel 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 Kilkeel, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 184 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 39 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1297 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Kilkeel serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.3 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Kilkeel enjoys an average of 1297 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

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.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

November, Kilkeel’s wettest month, receives 94 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°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 Kilkeel Precipitation page.