Average Monthly Sunshine in Sale

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Sale 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 Sale, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 186 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 45 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1398 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Sale serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.5 hours of daily sunlight.

Sale’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Sale enjoys an average of 1398 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

December, Sale’s wettest month, receives 92 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 8°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 13°C.

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