Average Monthly Sunshine in Portesham
The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Portesham receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Portesham. Expect long, bright days with 197 hours in May and darker periods with just 53 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1552 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Portesham serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.
Portesham’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities
Portesham enjoys an average of 1552 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Other climate information
October, Portesham’s wettest month, receives 59 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 21°C.
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Portesham Precipitation page.