Richmond (VA) Sunshine Hours by Month
To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Richmond, Virginia, United States of America. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Richmond, timing is key. In June, you can enjoy up to 308 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 164 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2830 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Richmond serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 10.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.5 hours of daily sunlight.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 69% of the time during the day in June, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 55%.
Richmond vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Richmond enjoys an average of 2830 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.
Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
Related Climate Data for Richmond
September, Richmond’s wettest month, receives 102 mm (4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 10°C (50°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Richmond Precipitation page.
