Beaufort 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 Beaufort, South Africa. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Beaufort vary. From a high of 347 hours in December, to a low of 237 hours in June, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 3384 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 11.6 hours of daily sun in December, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in June, with about 7.9 hours of daily sunlight.

Beaufort vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Beaufort enjoys an average of 3384 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Beaufort

March, Beaufort’s wettest month, receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 19°C (66°F).

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