Average Monthly Sunshine in Scarborough

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Scarborough changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3032 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in November and a subtle dip in May.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 9.1 hours of daily sun in November, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in May, with about 6.6 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Scarborough enjoys an average of 3032 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.

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

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

Other climate information

February, Scarborough’s wettest month, receives 137 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 21°C.

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