Rockwall (TX) Sunshine Hours by Month
The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Rockwall, Texas, United States of America. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Seasonal sunshine in Rockwall varies. It peaks at 333 hours in July and drops to 175 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2871 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Rockwall, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.1 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.8 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 77% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 56%.
Rockwall vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Rockwall enjoys an average of 2871 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.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
Related Climate Data for Rockwall
May, Rockwall’s wettest month, receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Rockwall Precipitation page.
