Average Monthly Sunshine in Lydford
The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Lydford 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 Lydford, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 222 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 55 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1735 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Lydford. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.
Lydford’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities
Lydford enjoys an average of 1735 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, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Other climate information
December, Lydford’s wettest month, receives 83 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 18°C.
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Lydford Precipitation page.
Forecast: is it sunny in Lydford?
overcast and small chance of slight rain
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overcast and small chance of slight rain