Virginia Beach (VA) Sunshine Hours by Month
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States of America. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Virginia Beach, timing is key. In June, you can enjoy up to 282 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 163 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2707 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Virginia Beach. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.4 hours of sunlight per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 64% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 53%.
Virginia Beach vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Virginia Beach enjoys an average of 2707 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
Related Climate Data for Virginia Beach
September, Virginia Beach’s wettest month, receives 122 mm (4.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 10°C (50°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Virginia Beach Precipitation page.
