Tywyn 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 Tywyn, Gwynedd, United Kingdom. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Tywyn varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, reaches an impressive 169 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 26 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1192 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Tywyn serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 5.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 0.9 hours of daily sunlight.

Tywyn vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Tywyn enjoys an average of 1192 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

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 Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

Related Climate Data for Tywyn

December, Tywyn’s wettest month, receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). During the driest month April 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 Tywyn Precipitation page.