Average Monthly Sunshine in Saffron Walden

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Saffron Walden, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 188 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 51 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1501 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Saffron Walden. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Saffron Walden’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Saffron Walden enjoys an average of 1501 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

August, Saffron Walden’s wettest month, receives 65 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 12°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Saffron Walden Precipitation page.