Average Monthly Sunshine in Leicester

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Leicester 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 Leicester, timing is key. In June, you can enjoy up to 189 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 49 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1408 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Leicester, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.3 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours per day.

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

Leicester enjoys an average of 1408 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

July, Leicester’s wettest month, receives 72 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C.

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