Hobart 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 Hobart, Tasmania, Tasmania. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Hobart. Expect long, bright days with 251 hours in January and darker periods with just 131 hours in June. The total annual amount of sun is 2362 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Hobart serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 8.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 4.4 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 62% of the time during the day in February, the highest percentage of any month. June has the lowest percentage at 49%.

Hobart vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Hobart enjoys an average of 2362 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 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.

Related Climate Data for Hobart

November, Hobart’s wettest month, receives 50 mm (2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F).

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