An alternative way to discover Sydney
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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 Banksia Beach, Australia. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Banksia Beach vary. From a high of 273 hours in November, to a low of 199 hours in May, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 3032 hours.
This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. November sees up to 9.1 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. May, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.
Banksia Beach enjoys an average of 3032 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.
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.
February, Banksia Beach’s wettest month, receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Banksia Beach Precipitation page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Banksia Beach - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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