Three Dorset towns named among the sunniest in the UK

Sunsave, a solar energy company, ranked the sunniest towns in the UK using data from the Met Office from 1990 to 2020. The analysis highlighted the top 11 locations, with the Isle of Wight leading at 1,976 sunshine hours annually. Other notable towns include Folkestone (1,932 hours), Bognor Regis (1,919 hours), and Weymouth in Dorset, which ranks fifth with 1,904 hours. Bournemouth and Swanage were also included, known for their sandy beaches and consistent coastal microclimate, making them popular tourist destinations. The report emphasizes Dorset’s appeal due to its sunny weather and picturesque surroundings.

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