Morro Bay (CA) Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Morro Bay, California, United States of America. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Morro Bay, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 352 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 208 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3187 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Morro Bay. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.7 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 6.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Morro Bay vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Morro Bay enjoys an average of 3187 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.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

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

Related Climate Data for Morro Bay

December, Morro Bay’s wettest month, receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 21°C (70°F).

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