Newcastle under Lyme 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 Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, United Kingdom. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Newcastle under Lyme. Expect long, bright days with 186 hours in May and darker periods with just 45 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1398 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Newcastle under Lyme serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.5 hours of daily sunlight.

Newcastle under Lyme vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Newcastle under Lyme enjoys an average of 1398 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

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.

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

Related Climate Data for Newcastle under Lyme

June, Newcastle under Lyme’s wettest month, receives 77 mm (3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°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 Newcastle under Lyme Precipitation page.