Average Monthly Sunshine in Kirriemuir

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Kirriemuir receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Kirriemuir varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, reaches an impressive 193 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 45 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1431 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Kirriemuir serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.5 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Kirriemuir enjoys an average of 1431 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.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

October, Kirriemuir’s wettest month, receives 91 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 12°C.

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