Average Monthly Sunshine in Sheffield

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Sheffield 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 Sheffield, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 286 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 136 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2594 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Sheffield. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.5 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Sheffield enjoys an average of 2594 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 contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

August, Sheffield’s wettest month, receives 70 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 20°C.

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