Average Monthly Sunshine in Wortley

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Wortley varies. It peaks at 199 hours in May and drops to 47 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1494 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Wortley, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.6 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours per day.

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

Wortley enjoys an average of 1494 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 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.

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

Other climate information

June, Wortley’s wettest month, receives 83 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°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 Wortley Precipitation page.