Ruthin Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Ruthin, Clwyd, United Kingdom. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Ruthin. Expect long, bright days with 169 hours in May and darker periods with just 26 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1192 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Ruthin serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 5.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 0.9 hours of daily sunlight.

Ruthin vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Ruthin enjoys an average of 1192 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

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.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Ruthin

December, Ruthin’s wettest month, receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 8°C (46°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 Ruthin Precipitation page.