Troon 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 Troon, Strathclyde, United Kingdom. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Troon, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 188 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 37 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1290 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Troon. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.3 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 37% of the time during the day in May, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 12%.

Troon vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Troon enjoys an average of 1290 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Related Climate Data for Troon

December, Troon’s wettest month, receives 128 mm (5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F).

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