Rillington 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 Rillington, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Rillington, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 212 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 52 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1567 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Rillington serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 7.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 38% of the time during the day in June, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 16%.

Rillington vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Rillington enjoys an average of 1567 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.

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.

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.

Related Climate Data for Rillington

June, Rillington’s wettest month, receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month March 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 Rillington Precipitation page.