Average Monthly Sunshine in Salt Lake City (UT)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 381 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of December provide just 115 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3030 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, the city serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Salt Lake City’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Salt Lake City enjoys an average of 3030 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

April, Salt Lake City’s wettest month, receives 16 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 33°C.

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