Average Monthly Sunshine in Launceston

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Launceston, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 287 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of June provide just 136 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2597 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 9.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 4.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Launceston enjoys an average of 2597 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, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

August, Launceston’s wettest month, receives 56 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 21°C.

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