Average Monthly Sunshine in Tauranga

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Tauranga, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 262 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of June provide just 138 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2361 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.7 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.6 hours.

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

Tauranga enjoys an average of 2361 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 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

July, Tauranga’s wettest month, receives 110 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 23°C.

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