Skipton 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 Skipton, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Skipton, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 175 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 38 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1336 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Skipton serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 5.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Skipton vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Skipton enjoys an average of 1336 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.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Skipton

December, Skipton’s wettest month, receives 98 mm (3.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 7°C (45°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F).

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