Palmer (AK) 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 Palmer, Alaska, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Palmer varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, reaches an impressive 289 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 55 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2069 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Palmer. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 53% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 30%.

Palmer enjoys an average of 2069 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, 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.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

September, Palmer’s wettest month, receives 115 mm (4.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F).

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