Average Monthly Sunshine in Raleigh (NC)

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Raleigh, timing is key. In June, you can enjoy up to 267 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 157 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2600 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Raleigh serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 8.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.2 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Raleigh enjoys an average of 2600 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

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

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

September, Raleigh’s wettest month, receives 112 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 12°C.

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