Union Hall 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 Union Hall, County Cork, Ireland. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Union Hall, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 194 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 56 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1435 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Union Hall, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.5 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.9 hours per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 40% of the time during the day in May, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 20%.

Union Hall enjoys an average of 1435 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

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

December, Union Hall’s wettest month, receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°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 Union Hall Precipitation page.