Average Monthly Sunshine in Salisbury

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Salisbury vary. From a high of 245 hours in April, to a low of 190 hours in December, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2630 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. April sees up to 8.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

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

Salisbury enjoys an average of 2630 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, 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.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

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

Other climate information

October, Salisbury’s wettest month, receives 138 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 27°C.

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