Withernsea 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 Withernsea, United Kingdom. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Withernsea. Expect long, bright days with 202 hours in May and darker periods with just 54 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1561 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Withernsea serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Withernsea enjoys an average of 1561 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.

November, Withernsea’s wettest month, receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month April 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 Withernsea Precipitation page.