Stromness Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Stromness, Orkney Islands, United Kingdom. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Stromness varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, reaches an impressive 192 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 26 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1181 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Stromness. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Stromness vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Stromness enjoys an average of 1181 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Stromness

November, Stromness’s wettest month, receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).

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