Portree Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Portree, Isle of Skye, United Kingdom. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Portree. Expect long, bright days with 197 hours in May and darker periods with just 34 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1170 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Portree 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 1.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Portree vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Portree enjoys an average of 1170 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Portree

January, Portree’s wettest month, receives 153 mm (6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F).

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