Meridian (ID) Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Meridian, Idaho, United States of America. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Meridian varies. It peaks at 399 hours in July and drops to 103 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2983 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Meridian, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 13.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.4 hours per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 86% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 38%.

Meridian vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Meridian enjoys an average of 2983 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, 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.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Meridian

December, Meridian’s wettest month, receives 6.2 mm (0.2 in) of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 4°C (39°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F).

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