Uppingham 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 Uppingham, Rutland, United Kingdom. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Uppingham. Expect long, bright days with 189 hours in June and darker periods with just 49 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1408 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Uppingham. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Uppingham vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Uppingham enjoys an average of 1408 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.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

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

Related Climate Data for Uppingham

June, Uppingham’s wettest month, receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F).

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