Average Monthly Sunshine in Ridgeland (SC)

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Ridgeland changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2785 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in May and a subtle dip in November.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 9.3 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

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

Ridgeland enjoys an average of 2785 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

Manchester, UK, experiences just around 1420 hours of sunshine annually.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

August, Ridgeland’s wettest month, receives 118 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C. During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 26°C.

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.