Rothbury 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 Rothbury, Northumberland, United Kingdom. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Rothbury, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 183 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 53 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1455 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Rothbury serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Rothbury vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Rothbury enjoys an average of 1455 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Rothbury

August, Rothbury’s wettest month, receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°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 Rothbury Precipitation page.