Lakeland (FL) Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Lakeland, Florida, United States of America. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Lakeland, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 314 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 191 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2924 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Lakeland serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 10.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 6.4 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 78% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. September has the lowest percentage at 60%.

Lakeland enjoys an average of 2924 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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.

August, Lakeland’s wettest month, receives 221 mm (8.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F).

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