Morecambe Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Morecambe, Lancashire, United Kingdom. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Morecambe varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, reaches an impressive 217 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 49 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1561 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Morecambe, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.2 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours per day.

Morecambe vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Morecambe enjoys an average of 1561 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, 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.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Morecambe

December, Morecambe’s wettest month, receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F).

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