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Average Monthly Sunshine in Prestwick

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Prestwick receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (42 KM, 26 Miles).

If you're visiting Prestwick, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 188 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 37 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1290 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (42 KM, 26 Miles).

For those who appreciate different seasons, Prestwick serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 1.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Prestwick’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Prestwick enjoys an average of 1290 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, 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.

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

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

Other climate information

December, Prestwick’s wettest month, receives 128 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 14°C.

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


Forecast: is it sunny in Prestwick?

Thu   Jan 30
8°C | 3°C
W 5 m/s
3.5 mm
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Fri   Jan 31
9°C | 3°C
NW 4 m/s
1.7 mm
broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

Sat   Feb 01
8°C | 2°C
S 7 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

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