Sanford (ME) Sunshine Hours by Month
To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Sanford, Maine, United States of America. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Sanford, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 278 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 140 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2497 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Sanford serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 4.7 hours of daily sunlight.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 62% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. November has the lowest percentage at 48%.
Sanford vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Sanford enjoys an average of 2497 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.
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.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Sanford
June, Sanford’s wettest month, receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 0°C (32°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Sanford Precipitation page.
