Maidstone Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Maidstone varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, June, reaches an impressive 205 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 50 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1577 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Maidstone. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.8 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Maidstone vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Maidstone enjoys an average of 1577 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

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

Related Climate Data for Maidstone

August, Maidstone’s wettest month, receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).

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