Average Monthly Sunshine in Tobermory

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Tobermory receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Tobermory, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 189 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 31 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1208 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Tobermory, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.3 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.0 hours per day.

Tobermory’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Tobermory enjoys an average of 1208 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.

Manchester, UK, experiences just around 1420 hours of sunshine annually.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

December, Tobermory’s wettest month, receives 158 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 13°C.

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