Average Monthly Sunshine in Honolulu (HI)

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Honolulu changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3038 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in July and a subtle dip in December.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 10.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

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

Honolulu enjoys an average of 3038 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

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

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

December, Honolulu’s wettest month, receives 23 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 28°C.

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