Balclutha Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Balclutha, Otago, New Zealand. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Balclutha. Expect long, bright days with 182 hours in December and darker periods with just 98 hours in June. The total annual amount of sun is 1676 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Balclutha serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in December with an average of 6.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 3.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 44% of the time during the day in February, the highest percentage of any month. May has the lowest percentage at 36%.

Balclutha enjoys an average of 1676 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.

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

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

January, Balclutha’s wettest month, receives 102 mm (4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 10°C (50°F).

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