Stamford Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Stamford, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Stamford varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 207 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 57 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1606 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Stamford. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Stamford vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Stamford enjoys an average of 1606 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.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

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

Related Climate Data for Stamford

August, Stamford’s wettest month, receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F).

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