Stratford (PE) 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 Stratford, Prince Edward Island, Canada. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Stratford, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 254 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of November provide just 64 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1853 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Stratford, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 2.1 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 53% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. November has the lowest percentage at 22%.
Stratford vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Stratford enjoys an average of 1853 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.
Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.
Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.
Related Climate Data for Stratford
December, Stratford’s wettest month, receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 2°C (36°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Stratford Precipitation page.