Menlo Park (CA) Sunshine Hours by Month
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Menlo Park, California, United States of America. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Menlo Park, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 324 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 160 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3058 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Menlo Park, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.8 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.3 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 78% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 54%.
Menlo Park vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Menlo Park enjoys an average of 3058 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.
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.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Related Climate Data for Menlo Park
December, Menlo Park’s wettest month, receives 0 mm (0 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Menlo Park Precipitation page.
