Average Monthly Sunshine in Christchurch

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Christchurch 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 Christchurch, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 238 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 117 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2136 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Christchurch. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.9 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Christchurch enjoys an average of 2136 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, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

June, Christchurch’s wettest month, receives 49 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°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 Christchurch Precipitation page.