Las Vegas (NV) Sunshine Hours by Month
Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Las Vegas. Expect long, bright days with 411 hours in June and darker periods with just 239 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 3838 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Las Vegas, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 13.7 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 8.0 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 92% of the time during the day in June, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 78%.
Las Vegas vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Las Vegas enjoys an average of 3838 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.
In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.
Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.
Related Climate Data for Las Vegas
December, Las Vegas’s wettest month, receives 9.1 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C (55°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 38°C (100°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Las Vegas Precipitation page.
