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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Kingsteignton varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, reaches an impressive 197 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 53 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1552 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Kingsteignton. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Kingsteignton vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Kingsteignton enjoys an average of 1552 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, 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.

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

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

Related Climate Data for Kingsteignton

October, Kingsteignton’s wettest month, receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 19°C (66°F).

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