Swedesboro (NJ) Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Swedesboro, New Jersey, United States of America. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Swedesboro, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 275 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 140 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2500 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Swedesboro, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.2 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 per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 61% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 48%.

Swedesboro vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Swedesboro enjoys an average of 2500 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

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.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

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

Related Climate Data for Swedesboro

June, Swedesboro’s wettest month, receives 126 mm (5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F).

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