Average Monthly Sunshine in South Portland (ME)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that South Portland 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 South Portland, 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 2503 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In South Portland, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.7 hours.

South Portland’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

South Portland enjoys an average of 2503 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

June, South Portland’s wettest month, receives 121 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 0°C.

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