Average Monthly Sunshine in Port Elizabeth

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Port Elizabeth Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 281 hours of sunshine in December and 205 hours in June, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 2802 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. December sees up to 9.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.8 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Port Elizabeth’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Port Elizabeth enjoys an average of 2802 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

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

Other climate information

August, Port Elizabeth’s wettest month, receives 45 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 24°C.

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