Average Monthly Sunshine in Welshpool

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Welshpool receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Welshpool. Expect long, bright days with 169 hours in May and darker periods with just 26 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1192 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Welshpool, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.6 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 0.9 hours per day.

Welshpool’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Welshpool enjoys an average of 1192 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

December, Welshpool’s wettest month, receives 71 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 8°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 10°C.

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