Prince Rupert (BC) Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Prince Rupert. Expect long, bright days with 175 hours in May and darker periods with just 34 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1214 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Prince Rupert serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 5.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Prince Rupert enjoys an average of 1214 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, Belgium, receives only about 1590 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.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

October, Prince Rupert’s wettest month, receives 186 mm (7.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 16°C (61°F).

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