Whitchurch 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 Whitchurch, Shropshire, United Kingdom. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Whitchurch varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, reaches an impressive 187 hours, while January, the darkest month, offers only 45 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1382 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Whitchurch. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.2 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Whitchurch vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Whitchurch enjoys an average of 1382 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.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

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

Related Climate Data for Whitchurch

June, Whitchurch’s wettest month, receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).

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