Swimbridge Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Swimbridge, United Kingdom. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Swimbridge varies. It peaks at 197 hours in May and drops to 53 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1552 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Swimbridge. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Swimbridge vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Swimbridge enjoys an average of 1552 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

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.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Swimbridge

December, Swimbridge’s wettest month, receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C (50°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F).

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