Ridgeland (MS) Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Ridgeland, Mississippi, United States of America. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Ridgeland, timing is key. In June, you can enjoy up to 298 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 152 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2716 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Ridgeland, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.9 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.1 hours per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 70% of the time during the day in June, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 48%.

Ridgeland vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Ridgeland enjoys an average of 2716 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.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Related Climate Data for Ridgeland

March, Ridgeland’s wettest month, receives 103 mm (4.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F).

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