Average Monthly Sunshine in Inuvik

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Inuvik. Expect long, bright days with 377 hours in June and darker periods with just 0 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1900 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 12.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 0.0 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Inuvik enjoys an average of 1900 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

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

Other climate information

August, Inuvik’s wettest month, receives 45 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of -5°C.

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